Power Outages / Disruptions

Line Clearing

To ensure public safety as well as the reliable operation of the system, Veridian Connections will maintain adequate clearance around their overhead power distribution lines.

Currently, as part of our regular maintenance program, line clearing will be performed by a Veridian-approved contractor based on a three (3) year cycle. Private property owners are responsible for both trimming and tree/brush removal around service lines that are less than 750 volts, as well as around overhead power lines over 750 volts completely on private property (i.e. farm service). Veridian should be contacted at 1-888-445-2881 to disconnect the power line prior to doing any trimming. One disconnect/reconnect during regular business hours is free per year.

Any tree that has grown into power lines demands immediate attention, though the trimming should be done by professionals. Cutting trees in proximity to energized power lines can be very dangerous when you're not trained in this kind of work. Only qualified and skilled Utility Arborist contractors should be hired.

Private property owners should contact the Veridian Control Room at 1-866-579-6819 when they see any of these hazardous conditions:

• Trees/branches are smoking, sparking or burning.
• Tree is an immediate hazard to the power line where it split, leaning or hanging.