Hastings experiences ‘area wide power cut’: hundreds affected and school forced to close

Hundreds of people have been affected by a power cut in the Hastings area which has led to the forced closure of a secondary school.

By Stephen Wynn-Davies

Published 29th Jun 2021, 12:58 BST

Updated 29th Jun 2021, 14:45 BST

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According to UK Power Networks, the outage affected people living in 14 different post codes across the borough.

A spokesman said an underground electricity cable faulted on the company’s high voltage network, causing an ‘area wide power cut’.

The power outage affected Hastings Academy, in Rye Road, and resulted in a full closure to all year groups.

The school said: “Due to a power outage affecting the area, The Hastings Academy is closed today to all year groups.

“All classes are cancelled, and the academy will remain closed until power is restored.

“Engineers are working to fix the problem.

“Students have been notified, and arrangements are being made to send children home.

“We are sorry for any inconvenience caused to our families during this unexpected closure.”