Current power interruptions

General information: The power interruptions on this page are unplanned outages that are caused by a range of factors, including emergencies (see information below for handy tips on what to do when the power is out).

Please note this information is preliminary only. It indicates the maximum number of customers likely to be affected by a power interruption, and includes an estimated restoration time that should not be relied upon for calculating outage duration. We will progressively restore power to affected customers as soon as it is safe to do so.

Please note that in situations where there is a large number of power interruptions (usually due to severe weather), ETSA Utilities prioritises restoration work based on attending to:

  • safety issues - such as wires down;
  • outages impacting critical infrastructure; and
  • outages affecting the most customers.

Using these priorities, emerging outages can impact on the likely restoration time of previously identified outages. Restoration work may also be hampered by various factors, including weather conditions, safety and access issues.

While we acknowledge that this may result in a delay in restoration for some customers, we appreciate the patience of customers in these situations.

Please call us on 13 13 66 to report an interruption if it does not appear below.

Information Updated: Sunday, 5 February 2012, 08:05 AM


Approximate Notification TimeAreas AffectedEstimated Numbers of Customers AffectedApprox. Restoration TimeCauseStatus
05/02/2012 06:12 AMGoolwa, Goolwa Beach, Goolwa South303005/02/2012 11:12 AMTo be investigatedOur crews are working to restore power
05/02/2012 07:18 AMMinvalara105/02/2012 01:18 PMTo be investigatedOur crews are travelling to location

See planned power interruptions for information about scheduled outages.

See High Voltage interruptions and causes for information about year-to-date HV interruptions.

What to do during a power interruption

It’s a good idea to be prepared for a power interruption at home or at work – here are some handy tips so you can always be prepared:

  • Always have a torch with charged batteries handy, and be sure to use candles carefully to avoid starting a fire.
  • A refrigerator will keep food cold longer if you do not open the door. Resist the temptation to open it to check the contents. This particularly applies to your freezer.
  • If the weather is hot, keep young children and frail elderly people inside the house and take appropriate precautions for a heatwave, such as drinking plenty of water and using hand-held fans to circulate air.
  • Consider the option of visiting relatives or friends who have power, or go to a public place with air conditioning.
  • Remember that although the water supply may not be affected, if your home has an electric hot water system and you keep using it, the water will simply go cold. Consider this if you anticipate a long wait before power is restored.
  • If water supply is from tanks or a bore then alternatives to the normal electrical pressure pump should be investigated.
  • If driving at night during a power interruption, be aware that street lights and traffic lights may not be operating so take extra care.
  • At the office, don’t use the lifts. If you get stuck in a lift that has stopped because of a power interruption, follow the emergency procedures advice. There is often a telephone inside the lift for this purpose.
  • Check that electrical appliances such as stoves and heaters are switched off as there is a risk of fire when electricity supply is restored if these are left unattended.
  • Make sure that all taps are turned off if you use an electrical pressure pump. This will prevent flooding if supply is restored when you are not home.
  • If an interruption has lasted for a long time, food in the freezer may have started to thaw. Consider whether to keep it or dispose of it.

Find out more in our Customer Handbook.