FAMILIES in Southend have reported hearing a "huge bang" followed by a brief power cut.
UK Power Networks said three postcode sectors in Southend were hit by a power cut tonight.
It is mainly affecting properties near Southend Hospital.
A spokesman said: "An underground electricity cable faulted on our high voltage network, causing an area wide power cut.
"We're sorry for any disruption this may be causing you.
"We estimate the power will be back on between 9pm and 10m tonight."
@YourSouthend Massive loud bang in Southend and then everything electrical went off for a few seconds and then back on. Anyone know what’s occurring???
— Norahsnotelpats (@Norahsnotelpats) January 17, 2021
Southend folk; any idea why there was a bang, followed by a brief power cut?
— Louisa (@louisas) January 17, 2021
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