Overhead line network
We provide a free service to safely cut down trees located near our overhead lines.
A power outage may be caused by network maintenance work or damage caused by other work performed in the vicinity of the electricity network.
We will notify our customers in advance of any network maintenance work, and you can also view upcoming maintenance interruptions on our outage map.
In most cases, damage to the electricity network is caused by excavation work or underground cables severed during excavation. Transported high loads or work machinery may also hit the structures of the overhead line network. Accidents can also happen when felling trees, with a tree falling on a power line.
The most important thing is to avoid personal injuries. When an accident happens, it must be reported immediately to avoid putting persons or property at a risk.
If you, as a customer, notice a safety incident at an electricity network site or at an Elenia construction site, report the incident to the outage management service. We appreciate your cooperation.
Underground cable network
Before starting excavation work, make sure that there are no electric cables on the route that may be damaged.
Suspension of electricity distribution
It may be necessary to suspend the distribution of electricity, e.g. in the following situations
- Oversized transport
- Alteration work
Remember safety distances when working near the electricity network
When working near the network, maintain adequate safety distances from overhead power lines and underground cables.
The safety distances are
- 3 metres laterally and 2 metres above and below the overhead line.
- For underground cables, 2 metres for 110 kV cables and 1 metre for 0.4 - 45 kV cables.