Scotland Power Cut Checker
Use this page to see if there is currently a power cut in Scotland.
POWER CUT SCOTLAND
CONTACT US FOR YOUR EMERGENCY POWER!
Scotland has two network operators: SSEN in the north and SP Energy Networks in the central belt and south. Check the right live map, or call 105 free. Businesses can call us for emergency generator hire 24/7.
POWER EMERGENCY? CALL US 24/7/365 ON 0115 9444 422
POWER CUT IN SCOTLAND TODAY?
North of the central belt, including the Highlands, Aberdeenshire and Argyll, use the SSEN PowerTrack map. In Glasgow, Edinburgh and the south, use the SP Energy Networks map. Call 105 (free) if you cannot tell which applies. Keep a torch to hand, avoid travelling during storm warnings and never run a generator indoors.
- Have your postcode ready.
- Charge phones when you can before bad weather arrives.
- Keep a battery radio for local news if the mobile signal drops.
- Check your consumer unit: if only your home is dark, a tripped switch may be the cause.
If you are without power for a while, keep everyone in one warm room, use battery lamps instead of candles and leave the freezer closed. Switch off cookers and heaters so nothing restarts unattended, and check on neighbours who live alone, particularly in remote spots. Homes on a private water supply may lose the pump as well, so keep some bottled water in.
SCOTTISH BUSINESSES AND STANDBY POWER
The Port of Aberdeen and Hillington Park in Glasgow are the sort of sites that lose heavily when supply fails. Ports, factories and food businesses lose output, stock and staff time for as long as the supply is off. We provide 24/7 emergency generator hire, and we install and service standby generators so the next cut is covered. Before you call, gather the basics: what must run, how long you might need power and how a generator can reach the site. Remote and island sites may need more planning for access and fuel. We cover Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen, and keeping your business running through a power cut sets out how to prepare.
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WHEN STORMS HIT SCOTLAND’S GRID
In late January 2025, Storm Éowyn caused power cuts for well over 100,000 Scottish homes at its peak. On 27 January, SP Energy Networks still had 2,964 homes to reconnect, while SSEN was working to restore about 1,700, mainly in Argyll and Bute.
Households who may be eligible can join the Priority Services Register for extra help.
SCOTLAND POWER CUTS – CHECK NOW WITH OUR INTERACTIVE MAP
Pick the map for your area: SSEN PowerTrack for the north, or SP Energy Networks for the central belt and south.
Home power cut checker
Business power cut checker
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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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SCOTTISH CITIES AND AREAS WE COVER
We support Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen and Dundee, plus wider rural and island sites on request.
Does the 105 number work everywhere in Scotland?
Yes. It is free from landlines and mobiles and connects you to whichever operator runs your local network.
Power cut checkers for towns in Scotland: Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow.
OUR SCOTLAND 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 Scotland 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.