Ohio Edisons 2018 Tree Trimming Program Underway
Summary
"Tree trimming is some of the most important and effective work we do every year to help maintain our electric system," said Randall A. Frame, regional president, Ohio Edison.As part of its notification process, Ohio Edison works with municipalities to inform them of tree trimming schedules.In addition, customers living in areas along company rights-of-way also are notified prior to vegetation management work being done.Editors Note: Photos of workers using bucket trucks to trim trees near FirstEnergy power lines are available for download on Flickr .The work helps to maintain proper clearances around electrical equipment, which can reduce the frequency and duration of power outages, especially those associated with severe weather such as the numerous storms experienced this past winter.