South West Power Cut Checker
Use this page to see if there is currently a power cut in South West.
POWER CUT SOUTH WEST
CONTACT US FOR YOUR EMERGENCY POWER!
Two network operators serve the South West: National Grid Electricity Distribution runs Devon, Cornwall and Somerset, and SSEN runs parts of Dorset and Wiltshire. Check the right live map for your postcode, or call 105 free to report a cut. Business without power? We can get an emergency generator moving 24/7.
POWER EMERGENCY? CALL US 24/7/365 ON 0115 9444 422
STORM GORETTI AND SOUTH WEST OUTAGES
On 9 January 2026, Storm Goretti left more than 45,000 properties without power in the South West just before 9am, according to National Grid’s website. Cornwall Council advised residents to avoid travel because many roads were closed by fallen trees and power lines. Households with medical needs or who are of pension age may be eligible for the Priority Services Register, which is free to join through your network operator.
HOW TO FIND AND REPORT A SOUTH WEST POWER CUT
Which map you need depends on where you are. For Devon, Cornwall and Somerset use the National Grid Electricity Distribution power cut map. Parts of Dorset and Wiltshire are covered by SSEN PowerTrack; if you are in either county, enter your postcode to confirm which applies. Either way, 105 is free in England and connects you to the operator for your address. Stay well clear of fallen lines after a storm, as they may still be live.
- Check the trip switch or consumer unit for a fault inside your property.
- See whether neighbours and nearby street lights are affected too.
- Use the relevant map and enter your postcode to check the outage.
- If the cut appears wider, report it by calling 105.
- Fallen trees and blocked roads can delay repair crews in rural areas, so check for a restoration estimate rather than assuming a quick fix.
- Keep a battery torch and a charged power bank to hand.
- Keep fridge and freezer doors closed, unplug sensitive equipment before power returns, and leave candles unlit.
- Check in with neighbours who may need extra help.
BUSINESS CONTINUITY ACROSS THE REGION
The region has airports at Bristol, Exeter, Newquay and Bournemouth, plus universities at Bath, Exeter, Bristol and Plymouth. Anywhere that depends on IT, refrigeration or safety systems needs a plan for a long outage. Hotels, food businesses, laboratories and offices may need to protect stock, equipment and essential operations while the network is repaired. Our 24/7 emergency generator hire, standby generators and generator servicing and maintenance help businesses prepare for and manage an interruption. See our Devon and Cornwall pages for local generator support, or read how to keep your business running.
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SOUTH WEST POWER CUTS – CHECK NOW WITH OUR INTERACTIVE MAP
The checker below shows National Grid Electricity Distribution outages, which covers Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. In SSEN parts of Dorset and Wiltshire, use SSEN PowerTrack instead and search by postcode.
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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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COVERING THE WHOLE SOUTH WEST
From Cornwall and Devon through Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire, we support businesses that need standby power when the network fails.
Which operator do I call about a cut in Dorset?
Call 105. It is free and puts you through to the operator for your address, which in Dorset can be SSEN or National Grid Electricity Distribution depending on your postcode.
Power cut checkers for towns in South West: Bournemouth, Bristol, Gloucester, Plymouth, Swindon.
OUR SOUTH WEST 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 the South West 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.