10/11/2025
Last weekend’s storms over Newcastle and the Hunter were no joke ⚡️⛈️
We were called to a home where a surge from a lightning strike blew the electricity meter apart and melted it into pieces. The family are safe — but it’s a stark reminder that our weather can turn dangerous in seconds.
⚠️ If anything like this happens at your place — burning smells, melted cables, tripped main switch, scorch marks, or buzzing at the board — do not touch it.
⚠️ Call a Level 2 Electrician immediately (that’s us). We’re licensed to repair/replace meters, service fuses, consumer mains and point of attachment after storm damage.
⚠️ If there’s a fire or immediate danger, call 000. For network hazards (downed main service lines, Ausgrid pole damage), call your distributor (e.g. Ausgrid 13 13 88 in Newcastle/Hunter).
With severe thunderstorms and frequent lightning around the region over the weekend, surge damage like this is more common than you’d think. If you’re worried about your setup ➡️old switchboard, no RCBO protection, or recent flickering/outages — contact us today for a FREE electrical safety check of your switchboard and supply equipment. We’ll assess your service mains, point of attachment, consumers mains, switchboard, earthing, and more, to help shield your home from the next storm.
📞 Send us a message here on Facebook or give us a call — we’re here to help, 24/7. Stay safe, Newcastle
