Eversource in Midst of Extensive Trimming Project in Glastonbury

GLASTONBURY, CT — Eversource Energy on Monday said it is in the midst of "investing" more than $100,000 in tree work in Glastonbury, where pruning along 6 miles of overhead electric lines is under way.

The plan is to trim trees "that threaten electric reliability," utility officials said.

“While we all love our trees, they can have a devastating effect on the electric system, especially during a storm,” said Eversource Manager of Vegetation Management in Connecticut Sean Redding. “We’re always working to serve our customers better and consistent tree trimming helps to improve day-to-day reliability during all types of weather. As a result, we continue to see fewer power outages where this work has been done.”

Tree work in Glastonbury is being done by Tennett Tree Service and is expected to be completed by the end of the year, Eversource officials said.

Eversource arborists have been notifying customers in advance if trimming is necessary on their properties.

Work is taking place on Madison, Denslow, Deming and Risley roads; Wyllys, Prospect, Main, Griswold, Spring, Pratt, Harris and Pearl streets; Barry, Shelley, Wrights and Bates lanes; Kenneth Drive, Cooper Drive and Parker Terrace.

Eversource has been closely coordinating the work with Glastonbury Tree Warden Greg Foran.

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