# North Canterbury Power Outage Update | Christchurch News

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Podcast: [Christchurch News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/christchurch-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7854780)
Published: 2026-07-23T07:28:30+00:00
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## Resource

Over 1,200 homes and businesses in Woodend and Pegasus plunged into darkness Thursday night amid a major, unplanned power outage stretching into parts of the Waimakariri district. MainPower crews are on the ground prioritizing safety as they work to restore power — with no firm timeline yet. Residents are urged to call 0800 309 80 to report any clues that might help pinpoint the cause. With modern life so dependent on electricity, this sudden blackout is a stark reminder of how fragile our grid can be — and how quickly normalcy can vanish. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6e609cb6841dfff1

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