Oak branches arcing electricity from Habersham County power line

Power Line Hazards: Managing Overgrown Trees

Key Takeaways Electricity can arc from a power line to a tree branch without direct contact, creating a lethal fire hazard. Homeowners are legally and financially liable for damages if private trees interfere with public utility lines. Standard pruning techniques do not apply near high-voltage lines; specialized insulated tools are mandatory. High winds and ice […]

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