‘Restoration in progress’ as widespread power cut impacts Jarrow and Hebburn

Residents and businesses across Jarrow and Hebburn have been impacted by a widespread power cut.

According to Northern Powergrid’s live ‘Power Cuts Map’, power is estimated to be restored across Jarrow and Hebburn town centres between 5.15pm and 6.15pm on Monday, July 13.

A statement on the site says: “Our team has arrived in the area affected by the power cut.

“We are working as quickly as possible to find the problem and get the power back on.”

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Further information can be found at: https://www.northernpowergrid.com/power-cuts-map.

The Shields Gazette has contacted Northern Powergrid for a comment.

More to follow.