Drones, Helicopters Help Mitigate Wildfires From the Sky

Drones are rapidly transforming industries like package delivery, agriculture and even real estate. Electric utilities are no exception, and Southern California Edison is setting the pace among California’s utilities. ...

As Brandon Wright closely watches a live video feed from a drone flying alongside power lines in the Victorville area, he knows this critical work may allow Southern California Edison to restore power quicker after a Public Safety Power Shutoff event ...

Sean Menasco’s day job includes being safely hoisted up and carried by a helicopter to the top of a transmission tower 300 feet high in remote desert and mountainous areas. He is supporting the new HALO (Helicopter Assisted Line Organization) team ...