Storms in three states is expected to ease today. Follow all the news headlines liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastCrews are continuing to restore power to affected Victorians, after strong winds damaged powerlines and left thousands without power.According to AusNet, there are still 37,500 without power, and according to Citipower and Powercor, there are 17,484 customers still affected.We have restored power to over 43,063 customers as crews continue repairing the power network that was extensively damaged during last night’s wild weather.Crews are responding to more than 380 individual faults, replacing power poles, reconnecting fallen powerlines and repairing other electrical infrastructure damaged by trees, branches and other debris. Continue reading…
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Author : Emily Wind
Publish date : 2024-09-02 21:44:08
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