Planned Power Outage - May 4, 2025

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This outage is necessary for Hydro One to make critical upgrades to increase capacity on a section of transmission line between Seaforth and Goderich. This upgrade is expected to enhance reliability and redundancy in the region, ultimately reducing unplanned outages. The increased capacity will also allow for two new transformers to be placed into service at Seaforth Transmission Station this summer. During this outage, crews will also replace insulators on several transmission towers in the area.

Date: Sunday May 4th
Time: 5:15am to 1:15pm
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

We understand that being without power is challenging. We thank customers for their patience as this critical work is completed.

Affected ERTH Power customers will receive an automated phone call notification. Please ensure the phone number on your account is up to date to receive notifications.

Preparing for a Planned Power Outage
Customers are encouraged to prepare for the upcoming outage by taking the following actions:

  • Making sure appliances, such as the stove, are in the off position.
  • Making sure cellphones and devices are fully charged.
  • Using a battery-powered alarm clock or cellphone to ensure alarms aren’t missed.
  • Keeping refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible and using a cooler with ice for items needed during the planned outage.
  • If water services will be affected at your home, consider filling jugs of water to use for drinking and cooking.
  • If using a generator, remember to use it in a dry area outdoors away from any open windows, doors and vents. Visit the Electrical Safety Authority at www.esasafe.com for more tips.

This news release is available on ERTH Power’s website: https://www.erthpower.com/outages-and-safety/power-outages/