Power outage affects over 1,300 homes in Inverness

SSEN addresses unplanned outage impacting multiple neighborhoods in Inverness.

Power outage affects over 1,300 homes in Inverness
Inverness is currently grappling with a significant power outage that has left more than 1,300 homes without electricity. The Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) reported that approximately 1,355 properties in the Crown, Drummond, Hilton, and Haugh areas are impacted due to an unplanned outage caused by a fault in the underground network.

Details of the outage

The outage, described by SSEN as the most common type of fault, has prompted immediate action from the utility company. Engineers have been dispatched to the affected areas to assess the situation and work on restoring power.

The company has assured residents that they are prioritizing the restoration efforts and are committed to resolving the issue as quickly as possible.

SSEN’s response and restoration efforts

SSEN has indicated that their engineers are actively investigating the cause of the fault and are working diligently to restore power.

Based on their initial assessments, the utility company aims to have electricity restored by PM today, Wednesday, November 11. Residents are advised to stay updated through SSEN’s official channels for the latest information regarding the outage and restoration timeline.

Impact on the community

This power outage has raised concerns among residents, particularly as it affects essential services and daily activities. Many families rely on electricity for heating, cooking, and other critical needs, especially during the colder months. The community is urged to remain patient as SSEN works to rectify the situation, and residents are encouraged to report any additional issues they may encounter during this time.

As the situation develops, it is crucial for residents to stay informed and prepared for any further updates from SSEN. The utility company is committed to restoring power and ensuring that the community can return to normalcy as soon as possible.