MORE THAN 70 postcode areas are without power in east Wight this evening (Saturday).

Postcodes in the PO34 area, mainly Nettlestone and Seaview, are affected.

A spokesperson from Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) said: “We apologise for the loss of supply. Our engineers are on site working to get the power back on as quickly as they can.” 

The power is expected back by 9.30pm.

Those who need more information, should call 0800 072 7282 and quote reference 'ET4161'.