About 1,052 properties were without power since 1.36pm. Crews were able to restore power at about 6.30pm.

Southern operations manager Darren Basterfield reminded the public to keep at least eight metres away from damaged or fallen powerlines.

"Always treat powerlines as live and remember that anything in contact with them, such as cars, trees or fences, can conduct electricity and pose a danger," Mr Basterfield said.

"We encourage residents to immediately report fallen powerlines, network damage, fires or trees contacting powerlines to Essential Energy on 13 20 80 or call Triple-Zero (000) if the situation is life threatening."

For more information, go to https://www.essentialenergy.com.au/outages-and-faults/power-outages