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Drone inspections help SCE crews prioritize repairs which prevent electrical equipment from becoming the source of ignitions.
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Using the drone’s bird’s-eye view, pilots can catch any wear and tear on electrical equipment.
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Raymond Ramirez’s flight path follows a standardized pattern to create a consistent, thorough documentation of each structure.
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As a licensed drone pilot of four years, Raymond Ramirez has photographed hundreds of distribution lines to reduce the potential of utility-caused ignitions in high fire risk areas.
A Birds Eye View Helps Protect Against Wildfires
SCE inspectors use drones to help prevent equipment from becoming a potential ignition source in high fire risk areas.
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