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Strong winds cause blackouts overnight

October 23, 2025 6:55 am in by
Essential Energy workers assess the situation at Towamba last night. Image: Jacinta Cortese Eden SES

Strong and gusty winds have eased along the Far South Coast this morning.

Around 150 properties had the power cut by fallen trees at Towamba near Eden and Mogendoura north west of Moruya last night.

The blackout at Towamba forced the closure of Nungatta Street while Essential Energy, the SES and RFS dealt with the situation.

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A large tree remained suspended on the live cables over the road.

Power was restored by early this morning.

Eden SES Unit members at Towamba last night. Image Jacinta Cortese Eden SES
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