Power Restored to All Homes After Storm Darragh's Devastation
National Grid completes its largest-ever restoration effort after 250,000 properties lost power due to severe weather in Wales and South West England.
- Storm Darragh caused widespread power outages, with wind gusts exceeding 90 mph and impacting over 250,000 properties across Wales and South West England.
- National Grid described the restoration as its largest-ever effort, with all affected customers now reconnected to the power supply as of Saturday, December 14.
- Approximately 64,000 properties in mid and south Wales alone were without power, with some residents enduring nearly a week without electricity.
- Field teams continue to work in the hardest-hit areas to complete repairs and provide additional support to affected communities.
- Local leaders criticized delays in power restoration, highlighting the severe impact on residents who lacked access to essential services such as heating and communication.