UTILITY WORK IN EDMONTON

During the month of April, the Wright Tree Service of Canada (WTSCA) & ArborCare (AC) team was busy in Edmonton working to identify any hazardous trees that could impact the power lines in natural areas around the city. This project is important because trees can pose several hazards to power lines, including:

• Contact hazard: Trees that grow too close to power lines can come into contact with them, which can cause power outages, fires, and even electrical shocks.

• Falling hazard: Trees that are weak, diseased, or damaged can fall onto power lines, causing power outages and property damage.

• Vegetation hazard: Trees that have overgrown leaves, branches, or vines can create a "vegetation bridge" that allows electricity to jump from the power line to nearby trees, creating a fire hazard.