Multi agency partners issue advice in relation to power outages across the Highlands and Islands

Multi agency partners across the Highlands and Islands region are advising members of the public to look out for elderly and vulnerable members of the community in respect of a number of power outages across the area.
 
Members of the Highlands and Islands Local Resilience Partnership (HILRP) are asking everyone to check in with elderly or vulnerable family members and neighbours to provide support until power is fully restored across the region.
 
For the most up to date information on power outages across the region visit http://www.ssepd.co.uk/Home/ or if you are vulnerable or elderly and need assistance contacting their Priority Services Helpline on 0800 294 3259.  For information on the weather forecast and warnings in place go to the met office website on http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/.