Power update 2 September 5pm

Endeavour Energy emergency crews are working to keep the community safe and restore power after extensive damage caused by today’s damaging winds.

Power has been disrupted power to over 45,000 homes and businesses throughout the day across the Southern Highlands, Shoalhaven, Illawarra, Blue Mountains and Western Sydney, with more than 190 electrical hazards.

Crews will work into the night to restore power to the remaining 21,000 customers currently without power. Due to the significant widespread damage, some customers will be without power overnight.

Where we have their mobile number, we will be contacting these customers to provide their latest estimated restoration times.

Safety First: Customers in storm affected areas are reminded to stay at least 8 metres away from any fallen powerlines. Treat all powerlines as 'live' and dangerous, and never drive across fallen powerlines!

Thank you for your patience and understanding as crews continue to restore power and ensure everyone’s safety.

What customers can do to stay safe:

• Please stay at least 8 metres away from any fallen powerlines. Treat all powerlines as 'live' and dangerous. Never drive across fallen powerlines!
• Report fallen powerlines immediately by calling us 24/7 on 131 003.
• Avoid all contact with wires that are hanging low, on the ground or tangled in trees and other storm debris.
• For life-threatening emergencies call 000.
• For emergency and rescue assistance call NSW SES on 132 500.
• Find estimated power restoration times at www.endeavourenergy.com.au/outage
• If you or anyone living 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.