Planned emergency works on underground cable network
Homes in the WA11 9RN postcode — around Renfrew Avenue in the Laffak area of St. Helens — were left without electricity on Monday evening while engineers carried out urgent repairs to an underground cable.
Scottish Power said the outage was necessary so its teams could work safely on the network and that power could be off until 10pm on Monday 27 July. Residents were advised to unplug electrical appliances, including boilers, as a safety precaution.
"We have to turn the power off in the WA11 postcode area of St Helens so our engineers can safely carry out emergency repairs to our underground cable network."
Who is affected and what to expect
The incident affects properties with the WA11 9RN postcode. While the supplier has given an estimated restoration time, times can change depending on what engineers find during the repair.
- Immediate action for residents: unplug non-essential electrical items and isolate boilers if advised, to avoid damage when power is restored.
- Keep mobile phones charged where possible and use battery-powered lights.
- Check on vulnerable neighbours who may rely on electrically powered medical equipment.
Local consequences and council services
Short-term power loss can disrupt heating, refrigeration, and local businesses. For households dependent on electric medical devices, a prolonged outage poses a serious risk; residents should contact their health provider or emergency services if they face immediate danger.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Affected postcode | WA11 9RN (Renfrew Avenue, Laffak) |
| Work | Emergency repairs to underground cable network |
| Estimated restoration | 10pm, Monday 27 July (subject to change) |
| Supplier | Scottish Power |
Local services such as pharmacies and shops may be affected if they rely on refrigeration or card payments: residents should plan accordingly. Where possible, postpone using high-demand appliances close to the stated restoration time to reduce the risk of tripping circuits when power returns.
Scottish Power operates an online status checker and customer helpline for updates; residents in the area should monitor those channels for the latest information.
InfoRadar will update readers if the supplier revises the restoration estimate or if there are further impacts to the surrounding area.
