RESIDENTS in parts of the borough were hit by power cuts on Tuesday.

A postcode in Clock Face has been affected by a loss of power since yesterday afternoon. 

Scottish Power said the incident was reported at 2.16pm.

It is affecting households in WA9 4ER.

The estimated time of restoration is to be confirmed.

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A Scottish Power statement said: "We are aware of a fault in your area. If you require more information please call us on: Cheshire, Merseyside, North Wales and North Shropshire: 0800 001 5400."

Meanwhile, properties in Billinge Chapel End were also hit by a power cut yesterday.

This affected postcodes WN5 7NS, WN5 7NT, WN5 7NR and WN5 7NE.

Power was restored to these households by 6pm yesterday, Electricity North West confirmed.