Homes in Devon have been left without gas due to a pipe being damaged by a third party, causing a gas outage that is expected to last several days. The affected areas include Salcombe, Kingsbridge, and Marlborough, where temperatures are predicted to drop below freezing overnight.
The gas disruption coincides with an amber cold-health alert in Devon and across England as temperatures remain chilly. Decon County Council has advised caution to residents due to potential icy conditions on roads and paths.
Wales and West Utilities (WWU), the gas operator, has initiated repairs on the damaged pipe but has not disclosed the exact number of impacted properties. They have urged individuals aware of vulnerable residents in these properties to check on their well-being during the outage.
Businesses, like the Maha-Bharat curry house, have been forced to close over the weekend due to the gas interruption. The curry house expressed regret for any inconvenience caused and issued refunds for online orders affected by the closure.
WWU has assured customers that they are working diligently to restore gas supplies and support those on the Priority Services Register with alternative cooking and heating options. They encourage residents to reach out if they have any concerns and promise to keep the community informed as repairs progress.