Electricity distributor Powercor is encouraging customers in Hume and Whittlesea to plan ahead and consider what to do if extreme weather affects power supplies this summer.
Powercor head of customer experience, Adam Nason said that over recent months many Victorians, including in Wyndham, had already experienced first-hand the consequences of extreme weather, from rising flood waters impacting critical power infrastructure, to strong winds bringing down massive trees over powerlines.
“While extreme events can happen at any time of the year, it’s more likely in summer when storms, lightning, high winds and heat can lead to power outages,” Mr Nason said.
“Power outages affect everyone differently. Cars being trapped in garages with an electric door is a common challenge we hear. Phones running out of charge and frustrations with trying to keep the family entertained without devices is another.
“We know it can be incredibly inconvenient, so we encourage everyone to make preparing for power outages part of your emergency plan.”
