The Impact of Severe Storm on Electricity Supply in Finland
Storm| The town of Parainen in the Turku archipelago experienced the highest number of power outages.
Current Situation
In Finland, as of early morning, over 18,000 customers were still without electricity in 49 municipalities, according to the Electricity Outage Map service provided by the Energy Industry. The powerful winds along the west coast caused the power outages.
Most Affected Area
The town of Parainen in the Turku archipelago had the highest number of power outages in the early hours, with over 2,400 customers still affected. In the past 24 hours, Parainen had a maximum of 5,100 customers without electricity.
Record-breaking Storm
On Friday, the Finnish sea area experienced its first ever severe storm in recorded history, with the average wind speed exceeding 33 meters per second at Rauman Kylmäpihlaja around nine in the evening.
Impact of the Storm on Electricity Supply
- The severe storm caused widespread power outages across multiple municipalities in Finland.
- Over 18,000 customers were affected by the power outages, highlighting the vulnerability of the electricity grid during extreme weather conditions.
- Parainen, in the Turku archipelago, bore the brunt of the storm with a significant number of customers without electricity.
- The record-breaking storm in the Finnish sea area further exacerbated the situation, leading to unprecedented challenges in restoring power.
Conclusion
The severe storm in Finland has severely impacted the electricity supply, leaving thousands of customers without power. The town of Parainen, located in the Turku archipelago, faced the highest number of power outages. The record-breaking storm in the Finnish sea area added to the challenges faced by energy companies in restoring power to affected areas.
FAQ
What caused the power outages in Finland?
The power outages in Finland were primarily caused by the strong winds along the west coast, resulting in significant damage to the electricity infrastructure.
How many customers were affected by the power outages?
Over 18,000 customers in 49 municipalities in Finland were affected by the power outages resulting from the severe storm.