More than 1000 homes still without power after storms

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23rd May 2009, 16:15 WST

Western Power crews have restored power to more than 1000 homes today as part of their efforts to repair powerlines damaged by the recent storms.
But more than 1000 homes across the metropolitan area remain without power this afternoon.

The power outages are widespread across Perth but some suburbs including Leederville, Rockingham, Tuart Hill and Shoalwater have fared worse than others.

A spokeswoman said most of the 1110 homes would have power restored later today.

An estimated 50 homes, where power outages have been affected by damage to a single electricity line, are expected to remain without power tonight.

Meanwhile, State Emergency Service crews attended to homes with leaking roofs in Gosnells, Melville, Stirling and Belmont overnight and this morning.

The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast showers will ease this afternoon with possible early showers Sunday morning followed by fine weather conditions.

PERTH
LISA CALAUTTI


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