A MAJOR power cut has affected more than 1,000 homes in the Wellington area this evening.

A Western Power Distribution spokesman said a total of 1,173 customers lost power when a cable was reportedly damaged shortly before 7pm.

The spokesman said the power supply was re-connected about an hour later, but there are reports parts of Wellington are still experiencing a patchy supply.

There are also unconfirmed reports parts of Taunton have been affected.

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