Power cuts in South West England today
Every power cut National Grid Electricity Distribution lists in South West England right now, read every five minutes from its open data: the postcodes affected, how many customers are off, when it started and when National Grid expects power back.
Power cut? Call 105
105 is free. You can also call National Grid on 0800 096 3080 or use its power cut map. If a fallen power line or damaged substation puts anyone in danger, call 999 as well.
National Grid's own list was last updated 19 Oct 2026, 23:40 BST (22:40 UTC), more than an hour ago. It may be behind; check National Grid's power cut map.
Is there a power cut in South West England right now?
Yes. As of 19 Oct 2026, 23:40 BST (22:40 UTC), National Grid Electricity Distribution lists 2 power cuts in South West England, with 119 customers off (14 confirmed, 105 predicted).
Power cuts listed now
| Postcodes | Type and status | Customers off | Started (UK time) | Estimated restoration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TQ2 7 8 postcodesTQ2 7BS, TQ2 7BX, TQ2 7BY, TQ2 7BZ, TQ2 7DP, TQ2 7HP, TQ2 7LJ, TQ2 7PARef. INCD-108759-l
|
Unplanned In Progress · LV fuse |
105
0 confirmed, 105 predicted
|
19:30 Mon 19 Oct 6 h 15 min ago |
not given |
TA7 0 2 postcodesTA7 0JF, TA7 0JGRef. INCD-108752-l
|
Unplanned In Progress · HV overhead |
14
14 confirmed, 0 predicted
|
15:06 Mon 19 Oct 10 h 39 min ago |
02:00 Tue 20 Oct NGED updated 21:03 Mon 19 Oct |
Planned work
| Postcodes | Type and status | Customers off | Started (UK time) | Estimated restoration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TA7 8, TA9 3 2 postcodesTA7 8FF, TA9 3PLRef. INCD-24551-t
|
Planned work In Progress · HV planned |
4
4 confirmed, 0 predicted
|
08:00 Mon 19 Oct 17 h 45 min ago |
Planned to end 20:00 Tue 20 Oct NGED updated 15:33 Mon 19 Oct |
LV: low-voltage network. HV: high-voltage network. "Customers off" is National Grid's confirmed count plus its predicted count. The estimated restoration time is National Grid's and can change.
Weather in South West England
The Met Office lists power cuts among the likely impacts of an amber weather warning. See weather warnings for South West England.
Other areas
- Power cuts in the East Midlands (8 listed now)
- Power cuts in the West Midlands (1 listed now)
- Power cuts in South Wales (0 listed now)
- Anywhere else in the UK: every network operator's power cut page
Questions
Is there a power cut in South West England right now?
Yes. As of 19 Oct 2026, 23:40 BST (22:40 UTC), National Grid Electricity Distribution lists 2 power cuts in South West England, with 119 customers off (14 confirmed, 105 predicted). This page reads National Grid Electricity Distribution's live list every five minutes.
Who supplies the power network in South West England?
National Grid Electricity Distribution (formerly Western Power Distribution) runs the local network in South West England, whichever company you pay for electricity. Its power cut line is 0800 096 3080, or call 105, which is free.
When will my power come back on?
Each power cut listed here shows National Grid's estimated time of restoration (ETR) where it has given one. It is an estimate and can change. For the latest on your street, use National Grid's power cut map or call 105.
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