Outages and emergencies

A technician observes network information and outages on a series of screens in a control centre.A technician observes network information and outages on a series of screens in a control centre.
HomeOutages and emergencies

We work hard to keep our network safe and connected. This sometimes means that we need to turn your power off to do maintenance and repairs. Extreme weather and other incidents can also cause unplanned power outages.

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Emergency advice

Extreme storms, floods, fires and high heat can damage the electricity network and affect power supplies.

To reduce the inconvenience of a power outage, there are ways you can way to prepare and respond.

Emergency advice

Outage notifications

When you sign up with an electricity retailer, they provide us the account holders’ contact details.

We use this information to contact you with important updates about your electricity supply, including planned and unplanned outages, and other service changes that may impact you.

Manage your outage notifications

Life support services

Life support customers receive special consideration when we plan power outages or notify customers of unexpected outages due to emergencies.

If you have not already registered as a life support customer, then please contact your energy retailer (the company that sends your electricity bill) and follow their process.

More information on life support services

Important contact information

For emergencies that threaten life or property, call 000

To contact us about faults, outages and emergencies, call:
Powercor 13 24 12
CitiPower 13 12 80

If you are a customer that relies on power for life support, call: 1300 364 301

If you need interpreter services call: 13 14 50