Northern Ireland Power Cut Checker
Use this page to see if there is currently a power cut in Northern Ireland.
POWER CUT NORTHERN IRELAND
CONTACT US FOR YOUR EMERGENCY POWER!
NIE Networks runs the power network across Northern Ireland. Check its NIE Networks live power cut map or call 03457 643 643 to report a power cut. If your business needs power now, we offer emergency generator hire 24/7.
POWER EMERGENCY? CALL US 24/7/365 ON 0115 9444 422
STORM ÉOWYN, JANUARY 2025
Storm Éowyn caused extensive damage to the Northern Ireland network. By 6am on 25 January 2025, about 189,000 homes and businesses were without power. NIE Networks counted well over 4,000 damaged locations and said reaching the last of them could take up to ten days. Customers who are older, disabled or rely on power for health reasons may be eligible to register with NIE Networks for extra support. Ask when you call.
POWER CUT IN NORTHERN IRELAND?
Call NIE Networks on 03457 643 643 to report a fault or damaged equipment, or look at the NIE Networks live power cut map. Please do not go near fallen lines, and stay clear of fallen trees, which can carry poles and wires down with them.
- Check whether neighbours have power, which tells you if the fault is wider than your property.
- Keep fridge doors shut.
- If only your home is off, look for a tripped switch in the consumer unit before you ring.
- Use torches instead of candles and keep spare batteries to hand.
- Unplug sensitive equipment and chargers until the supply is steady.
If someone at home relies on powered medical equipment, follow their backup plan and get urgent help if needed. Keep a phone charged for updates from NIE Networks, and close curtains once it gets dark to keep the warmth in. Never run a portable generator indoors, in a garage or in a shed: the exhaust contains carbon monoxide, so keep it outside and away from doors and windows.
BUSINESS CONTINUITY ACROSS NORTHERN IRELAND
Belfast Harbour Estate is home to 760 businesses, and the Titanic Quarter houses technology companies. Sites like these cannot lose power for long. A cut stops lighting, communications and equipment in offices, logistics yards and labs alike, and at a harbour, gates, cranes and refrigerated containers all need a steady supply. Our 24/7 emergency generator hire covers a sudden loss of supply, and we also provide standby generators and generator servicing and maintenance for sites preparing for the next one. Read how to keep your business running in an outage, or see our wider service areas.
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NORTHERN IRELAND POWER CUTS – CHECK NOW WITH OUR INTERACTIVE MAP
NIE Networks publishes its own live outage map, so use the Powercheck link above for current faults in Northern Ireland.
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Please note - we are unable to assist with home power cut issues - but we will try to provide you with the correct contact number for your energy provider who should be able to assist you further.
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BELFAST, DERRY AND BEYOND
Our emergency power service can support businesses across Northern Ireland. Call our 24/7 line on 0115 9444 422.
Which number do I ring for a power cut?
03457 643 643, the NIE Networks helpline.
OUR NORTHERN IRELAND EMERGENCY POWER CUT HIRE SERVICES
Our in-house hire specialists will listen to your specific needs to create a bespoke hire package. Within 2-4 hours, we can be with you restoring the power, wherever you are in Northern Ireland or the surrounding areas.
BESPOKE PACKAGES BUILT TO YOUR REQUIREMENTS
Everything is available on long or short-term rental contracts. Whether it is for planned routine works or reactive emergency situations, our service team can manage the logistics from the delivery, through to the commissioning of any temporary hire systems. This service includes the on-site assessment for installing a temporary generator in a safe and sustainable manner.
FIND OUT MOREEMERGENCY GENERATOR HIRE 365 DAYS A YEAR
If you are facing a sudden loss of power, you can trust that we will get things sorted quickly. We aim to get equipment to you within 4 hours of logging a call with our team. An on-site engineer will provide an assessment for installing a temporary generator, no matter where you are in the country.
FIND OUT MOREREMOTE MONITORING USING THE LATEST TELEMETRY SYSTEMS
Using the very latest telemetry systems, we can remotely monitor the operation of your hire generator sets while operating in an unmanned location. These controls and measures monitor:
- Fuel & coolant levels
- Oil levels & pressure
- Operating temperature
- Battery status
- Power output
The system also helps to ensure the smooth running of essential or back up power without having to send an engineer regularly to site.
FIND OUT MORESPECIALIST CONTROL CAPABILITIES
Our machines can be configured to offer additional resilience for critical suppliers. Applications include:
- Generator to generator load sharing
- On Load demand Schemes
- G99 compliant mains synchronisation & decoupling
- Peak lopping
- Dead bus synchronisation
- Configurable PLC software
Coupled with our remote Scada monitoring system, we are able to provide our clients with real time status, alarms and control, giving them peace of mind.
FIND OUT MOREOVER 1100 RENTAL SPEC GENERATORS AVAILABLE FROM 20 – 2200KVA, DELIVERED WITHIN 2-4 HOURS IN AN EMERGENCY
No matter what you’re trying to power, we can find a generator which suits your requirements. You may be looking to power equipment, a building or a temporary event – whatever it is we can find the appropriate solution. With Hire Sales team members located across the UK, we’re never far away if you’re looking for help. Below is a selection of our hire generator range, which boasts over 30 different generators, rated from 20 – 2200kVA.
NetZPack 60/75
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NetZPack 45/75
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NetZPack 30/45
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NetZPack 30/75
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R220C5 220kVA Stage V Kohler-SDMO Generator
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R165C5 165kVA Stage V Kohler-SDMO Generator
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R550C5 550kVA Stage V Kohler-SDMO Generator
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R50C5 50kVA Stage V Kohler-SDMO Generator
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YOUR SPECIALIST HIRE TEAM
We have a dedicated team of experts to look after hire, as well as engineers, project managers, consultants and logistics coordinators who are all directly employed by us. They put their expertise to work for you, providing high specification equipment that is bespoke to your needs and budget.