Power out in parts of Western Bay

Power has been cut in some parts of the Western Bay today.

The power outage started in Katikati around 11.30am, followed by Te Puna, Bellevue, Bethlehem, Brookfield, Otumoetai, Judea and Matua.

Powerco initially estimated the power would be restored to most areas at 1.30pm, with the Katikati supply estimated to be restored at 2pm.

It has just been reported that the power has been restored in all affected areas, at around 1.15pm.