There is an ongoing power cut in Butts Meadow, Wisborough Green this morning (Friday, November 13) due to a safety concern on SSEN’s electricty network.

According to Scottish & Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN’s) power track map, the outage was first reported at 8.45pm on Thursday (November 12). The electricity operator says it is aiming to restore power by 4pm today, with engineers currently on the way.

West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service (WSFRS) also responded to incident. It said on X at 10.38pm on Thursday: “Power outage in Butts Meadow, Wisborough Green. Two fire crews on scene supporting residents, and UK Power Networks has been informed. Residents affected are reminded to use alternative light safely. Candles should never be left unattended.”

The fire service then posted an update at 11.50pm, saying UK Power Networks were on site and taking over.

“They have identified the problem and are working on repairs, which are expected to last three to four hours, after which power is expected to be restored,” WSFRS said. It appears, however, that the incident is now in SSEN’s hands - with power still not restored and repairs expected to take until 4pm today.

It is unclear how many homes are affected by the outage, although SSEN’s power track map shows at least 12 buildings - whether detached, semi-detached or terraced - in the red.