Power update - Wednesday 2 July 4:30pm

Endeavour Energy emergency crews are continuing around-the-clock efforts to assess and repair widespread damage caused by destructive winds that swept through the Shoalhaven, Illawarra, South Coast, Blue Mountains, and Western Sydney regions.

With wind gusts exceeding 120 km/h in some areas, the storm has disrupted power to nearly 30,000 homes and businesses and created over 400 electrical hazards requiring repair.

Our crews will be working into the night to restore power, with a focus on reconnecting the approximately 8,000 customers still without supply.

In areas where damage is particularly severe or access remains restricted, restoration of power supply will need to be completed tomorrow.

With damaging winds forecast to persist over the next 24 hours, further outages and additional damage to the network may occur.

We encourage all affected customers to make preparations appropriate to their individual needs.

SMS updates with estimated restoration times and safety advice will continue to be sent to customers where we have their mobile contact details.

We sincerely thank our customers for their continued patience and understanding during this challenging time. Our top priority remains the safety of our communities and restoring power as quickly and safely as possible.

STAYING SAFE:  

• For emergency assistance during flood and storms call the NSW SES on 132 500. In life-threatening situations call 000.
• If you or anyone residing at your home need power for home medical equipment, check your battery supply and consider acting on your back up plan. Contact us now on 131 003 to register for life support.
• Teat all powerlines as 'live' and dangerous by keeping at least 8m clear of them. Never drive across fallen powerlines!
• Report fallen powerlines immediately by calling us 24/7 on 131 003.
• Find estimated power restoration times at www.endeavourenergy.com.au/outage
• Check which roads are closed or impacted by floodwater by downloading the Live Traffic NSW app, or visit www.livetraffic.com
• Take care - strong winds and waterlogged ground can make trees unstable, increasing the risk of falling branches or even uprooted trees.
• Never drive through floodwaters. Keep safe and turn around.
• Stay up to date with warnings by downloading the Hazards Near Me app.