HUNDREDS of homes lost power after cables were seen sparking in the wind.

About 400 customers reported power issues on Canvey yesterday afternoon.

Residents saw power cables causing huge sparks in various roads.

Some concerned islanders reported it was like fireworks being set off.

A UK Power Networks spokesman said: "UK Power Networks were called to the Nevada Road area of Canvey Island yesterday evening by emergency services due to reports of damage to the overhead electricity network.

"To enable our engineers to safely repair equipment, we had to temporarily interrupt power to approximately 400 customers at about 630pm and their power was restored by 740pm. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused."