Planned power outage in Essex will leave 1,400 without power
Customers in Essex within the Gosfield South area, as well as residents in Kingsville will be affected.
Hydro One is installing new equipment in the area, and the power will be off on June 1 from 4:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m.
All Hydro One customers impacted by this planned maintenance outage have already been contacted.
Hydro One reminds all members of the public to always stay clear of downed power lines or equipment.
- by Meagan Delaurier, AM800
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