Residents in parts of Dorset have been told their power could remain off until Monday.

SSE have updated their power track map of outages following Storm Eunice, with some residents warned they could be without power until 11pm on Monday.

While this is just an estimate, it means many have bene without electricity for more than 72 hours.

Earlier today SSE said they "expect a minority of affected customers, particularly in rural areas or where complex repairs are required, may remain without power into early next week."

A spokesperson added: "We apologise for the disruption experienced following the storm and we hope this information helps our customers make informed choices on what support they require such as making alternative arrangements to stay with family or friends.  If someone is in a highly vulnerable situation and has no support available of this nature, we would ask that they contact us on 105 and we will look to assist on a case-by-case basis.

"This is a dynamic situation and with a yellow wind warning in place for most of today, is subject to further change. As our teams continue to assess the damage, better and more specific information will be provided when available and we thank our customers for their continued patience as we work to restore power."

Where might have to wait?

  • Nine postcodes in BH23 area
  • 12 postcodes in BH24 area
  • 77 postcodes in BH21 area
  • Six postcodes in BH21 area
  • 94 postcodes in BH20 area
  • 66 postcodes in BH16 area
  • 90 postcodes in DT11 area
  • 603 postcodes in DT11 area
  • 110 postcodes in SP5 area
  • 83 postcodes in DT2 & DT3s area