Electricity substations

Electricity substations

If your belongings have fallen into a substation, or if you see the doors open or broken fences, call us using the number on the electrical warning sign or call 0800 195 4141.

33,000 V primary substations 

33,000 V primary substations 

 

 

 

 

 

33,000 Volts primary substations:

  • are not as large as a grid substation but can still be very dangerous
  • can be found in cities, towns or in the countryside.

 

11,000 V distribution substations

11,000 V distribution substations

 

 

 

 

 

 

11,000 Volts distribution substations:

  • are a lot smaller than a grid substations but can still be very dangerous
  • can sometimes look very different to each other.

 

⚠ NEVER ENTER A SUBSTATION - Stay Away, Stay Alive! ⚠

Electricity is dangerous and can cause serious injuries or even death.

In case of an emergency:-

  • Call 999 if there is a serious immediate risk or if someone requires medical help 24 hours a day
  • Call 105 to report the emergency 24 hours a day or 0800 195 4141 for non-emergency enquiries