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Keeping Communities Safe From Big Trees Near Power Lines

SCE works with property owners and local governments to determine if removal or replacement is necessary to prevent a spark from equipment starting a fire.
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Drones: A New Tool in the Kit

Drones: A New Tool in the Kit

Troubleman Greg Davis is a 35-year veteran of Southern California Edison, doing a job that can involve long hikes over rough terrain to patrol power line circuits that may be at risk of sparking a catastrophic wildfire. He is among the first specially trained SCE troublemen equipped with drones ...
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Call or Text 211 for Emergency Support During PSPS Events

Call or Text 211 for Emergency Support During PSPS Events

Electricity is an essential need for any home or business owner, powering everything from refrigerators to medical devices. Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS), though ...
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Some Palm Trees to Be Removed to Prevent Wildfires

Some Palm Trees to Be Removed to Prevent Wildfires

As David Faasua arrived at a customer’s home in Huntington Beach, he could see a 35-foot palm swaying in high winds near power lines. After taking a closer look, he noticed char marks on the fronds and knew this could be a dangerous situation. ...
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Drones: A New Tool in the Kit

Drones: A New Tool in the Kit

Troubleman Greg Davis is a 35-year veteran of Southern California Edison, doing a job that can involve long hikes over rough terrain to patrol power line circuits that may be at risk of sparking a catastrophic wildfire. He is among the first specially trained SCE troublemen equipped with drones ...
View Story
Call or Text 211 for Emergency Support During PSPS Events

Call or Text 211 for Emergency Support During PSPS Events

Electricity is an essential need for any home or business owner, powering everything from refrigerators to medical devices. Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS), though ...
View Story
Some Palm Trees to Be Removed to Prevent Wildfires

Some Palm Trees to Be Removed to Prevent Wildfires

As David Faasua arrived at a customer’s home in Huntington Beach, he could see a 35-foot palm swaying in high winds near power lines. After taking a closer look, he noticed char marks on the fronds and knew this could be a dangerous situation. ...
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    Stories : Safety
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    Keeping Communities Safe From Big Trees Near Power Lines

    SCE works with property owners and local governments to determine if removal or replacement is necessary to prevent a spark from equipment starting a fire.
    Reggie Kumar
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    Infographic: Lawrence Tsuei
    Photo Credit: Reggie Kumar
    Published on December 21, 2021
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