A MAJOR electricity provider has warned residents to be prepared for power outages this summer.
Major storms and winds have already caused power outages across Victoria this year. United Energy head of customer experience, Adam Nason, said that people planning to go to the Mornington Peninsula for summer holidays should plan ahead for what they would do in case of a power outage.
“Extreme weather events and bushfires can both cause extended power outages and are more likely to occur in the summer months,” Mr Nason said. “In June and October, severe weather ripped through parts of our network, causing major destruction. Both events are a reminder that extreme weather can impact your power supply.
“While we have made significant investments in the network, there will always be a place for customers knowing and understanding what to do if the lights go out. Our crews have worked year-round to make sure our network is safe and reliable, and we are ready to respond quickly if an outage does occur.
“We recommend everyone has a plan to have the power they need this summer and understands what to do if the lights go out.”
United Energy says it has spent $129 million this year to protect against power outages.