Mystery damage to electric equipment causes blackout in Calderdale village

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com 
and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565
Visit Shots! now
Unexpected damaged caused to electrical equipment has left homes in Calderdale without power for the entire morning.

Northern Powergrid were informed of the unplanned power cut in the HX6 Rishworth area at 9.15am.

A total of 20 properties have been affected by the power cut.

Hide Ad
Hide Ad

A spokesperson for the utilities company said: "The power cut affecting the area has been caused by someone damaging the cables or equipment.

"Our team are working hard to restore your power as quickly as possible"

Nothern Powergrid hope to have the power restored by 1.30pm.

News you can trust since 1853
Follow us
©National World Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved.Cookie SettingsTerms and ConditionsPrivacy notice