WHAT TO DO IN AN ELECTRICAL EMERGENCY: POWER OUTAGE MELBOURNE

There are two options you can pursue if there is a power outage or electrical emergency at your property:

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1 - CALL AN ELECTRICIAN

If it seems like the power issue is only occurring in your property (ie. the properties surrounding yours look like they still have access to electricity but your lighting and power outlets aren’t functioning) you will need to call an electrician ASAP.

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They will be able to find the root of the electrical issue in your property and fix it to ensure reliable access to power.

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BOOK AN ELECTRICIAN NOW

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2 - CHECK/CONTACT YOUR ENERGY PROVIDER

If the power outage seems to be affecting more than just your property, it is worth contacting your energy company, or visiting their website or app to track the issue and the estimated time frame for your electricity to return.

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Different energy companies provide electricity to different sections of Victoria.

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You need to know which energy company provides your electricity in the event of any blackouts, electrical emergencies or problems in the grid.

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The energy company that services your suburb will have information available on their website or app regarding any widespread electricity issues.

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You can also contact them directly if you notice any electricity problems such as fallen powerlines or power outages.

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The breakdown is as follows…

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ENERGY COMPANY IN MY AREA

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POWERCOR

Powercor serves Western Victoria, including Ballarat, Geelong and Mayborough. It also serves Burnley in Melbourne.

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Check out the Powercor POWER OUTAGE MAP.

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Contact Powercor to alert them of a power outage or downed powerlines on: 13 24 12

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Not sure if you are in this area? Search for your suburb using the POSTCODE LOCATOR

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CITIPOWER

Citipower serves the Melbourne CBD and inner city suburbs, including St Kilda, Collingwood, Fitzroy and Docklands.

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Check out the Citipower POWER OUTAGE MAP.

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Contact Citipower to alert them of a power outage or downed powerlines on: 13 12 80

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Not sure if you are in this area? Search for your suburb using the POSTCODE LOCATOR

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JEMENA

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Serves northern and south-western suburbs including Footscray, Tullamarine, Craigieburn and Sunbury.

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Check out the Jemena POWER OUTAGE MAP.

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Contact Jemena to alert them of a power outage or downed powerlines on: 13 16 26

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Not sure if you are in this area? Search for your suburb using the POSTCODE LOCATOR

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UNITED ENERGY

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United Energy serves the southern suburbs and Mornington Peninsula, including Frankston, Rosebud, Flinders and Port Arlington.

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Check out the United Energy POWER OUTAGE MAP

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Contact United Energy to alert them of a power outage or downed powerlines on: 13 20 99

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Not sure if you are in this area? Search for your suburb using the POSTCODE LOCATOR

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AUSNET SERVICES

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AusNet Services provides energy for outer northern and eastern suburbs, including South Morang, Mansfield, Lilydale and Hazelwood.

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Check out the AusNet Services POWER OUTAGE MAP

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Contact AusNet Services to alert them of a power outage or downed powerlines on: 13 17 99

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Not sure if you are in this area? Search for your suburb using the POSTCODE LOCATOR

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NEED EMERGENCY ELECTRICAL ASSISTANCE FOR A POWER OUTAGE, MELBOURNE, EASTERN SUBURBS, TODAY?

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Here at 181 Electrical our team of qualified Melbourne Electricians are trained to respond to a manner of electrical emergencies including power outages, brown outs and power surges whether your property is residential or commercial.

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