Power cuts in South Shields today
Live power cuts and planned work in the South Tyneside council area, which includes South Shields, from Northern Powergrid, the company that runs the local electricity network. This page checks Northern Powergrid's live feed every 5 minutes while you have it open.
Northern Powergrid's live feed wasn't responding at our last check, so we can't list cuts in South Shields right now. Check Northern Powergrid's own map or call 105.
Northern Powergrid live power cut map →Report a cut in South Shields: call 105
South Shields is on Northern Powergrid's network (North East England). Dial 105 free from any phone to report a power cut or get an update, or use Northern Powergrid's live power cut map. It's the network, not your energy supplier, that fixes cuts.
If someone at home relies on electricity for medical equipment, or would struggle in a cut, the free Priority Services Register gets you extra help and updates from Northern Powergrid.
If your power goes off
- Check whether it's just you: look at your fuse box for a tripped switch, and whether neighbours or street lights are off.
- Check the list above, then call 105 if your postcode isn't on it.
- Keep the fridge and freezer shut. What's safe to eat after a power cut.
- Switch off sensitive electronics and anything that could be left on, and leave one light switched on so you know when power's back. Can a power cut damage appliances?
- If the cut runs long, the network may owe you compensation. Work out what you're owed.
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Power cuts nearby on Northern Powergrid's network
- Barnsleynone listed
- Bradfordnone listed
- County Durhamnone listed
- Darlingtonnone listed
- Doncasternone listed
- East Riding of Yorkshirenone listed
- Gatesheadnone listed
- Grimsbynone listed
Questions
Who do I call about a power cut in South Shields?
Northern Powergrid runs the local electricity network in South Shields. Call 105 free from any phone, or use Northern Powergrid's live power cut map. Your energy supplier, the company you pay your bill to, can't fix a power cut.
Is there a power cut in South Shields right now?
Northern Powergrid's live feed wasn't responding at our last check, so we can't list cuts in South Shields right now. Check Northern Powergrid's own map or call 105.
How long will the power cut last?
Each cut listed on this page shows Northern Powergrid's estimated restoration time where it has published one. Estimates change as engineers reach the fault, so check again or call 105 for the latest.
Source: Northern Powergrid live network data, matched to council areas using postcodes.io (ONS Postcode Directory, Open Government Licence). Data © the network operator. Figures cover the South Tyneside council area, which includes South Shields, not a single street. For your address, always check the network's own map or call 105.