 Yellow Weather Warning – Preparing for Storm Bram. The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for rain and wind across Scotland, North England and North Wales from this evening through Wednesday 10th, as a result of Storm Bram.These conditions bring an increased risk of impact to the electricity network, particularly from high winds, saturated ground and debris. Forecasts are continuing to change and we are monitoring the weather as it unfolds and passes through our areas.How we’re preparingAcross our licence areas, we’ve:Increased resources within our operational teams, from customer service through to engineers on the ground.Stepped up additional teams to respond to any outages and faults caused by Storm Bram.Reviewed planned works, ensuring critical maintenance is completed where safe to do so and postponing non-urgent activity so teams can be redeployed where needed.How you can helpWe’re asking you to help share simple, practical advice with your community that makes a real difference during severe weather:Prepare for the weatherCheck local forecasts, secure outdoor items.Keep a torch and fully charged mobile phone handyHave some extra blankets nearby, your heating may be affected.Close curtains or blinds to keep warmth in and draughts out.Keep fridge/freezer doors closed to maintain temperature, check your appliance manual for how long food stays safe.Staying safe and up to dateStay well clear of any damaged or fallen power lines – they may still be live and extremely dangerous.You can keep up to date with any faults in your area by using our postcode checker www.spenergynetworks.co.uk/postcode and by following our X/Twitter channel @spenergynetwork.Report any power cuts or damage immediately by calling 105 – it’s free and connects you straight to SP Energy Networks.Why this mattersExperience shows that preparedness reduces risk – to people, property and the time it takes to restore power. Small actions, like checking a torch battery or sharing the 105 number, can have a big impact when the weather turns.We have a Priority Services Register for customers who may need extra support in a power cut. Find out more here.Our teams are ready to respond and will continue monitoring conditions as the evening progresses. If you need to get in touch with us directly, please don’t hesitate – we’re here for you.Thank you, as always, for your continued support in helping keep communities safe and connected. |
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