A power surge in Woolton Hill knocks out electricity

More than 12 hours without power

A POWER surge in Woolton Hill has left residents with no power since 5:30pm last night (Thursday).

One resident reports the surge destroying a number of household appliances including the dishwasher, shower pump, and internet modem.

As many as 58 properties on Upper Harwood Rise have been without power since 5:30pm.

Some have since been reconnected and it is not thought the power will be fully restored until noon today (Friday).

More to follow.