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environment2 years ago•6 min saved

Maui's Neglected Power Lines and Leaning Poles: A Recipe for Wildfire Disaster

Outdated and bare electrical wires, along with leaning and deteriorating power poles, contributed to the rapid spread of wildfires in Maui. Videos and images analyzed by The Associated Press revealed that Hawaiian Electric Co. had left miles of uninsulated wires exposed to the weather and foliage. Many of the utility's wooden power poles were described as being built to an obsolete standard and were not designed to withstand high winds. The utility is now facing lawsuits and criticism for its failure to address these safety concerns and for not shutting off power during high wind warnings. Other utilities in wildfire-prone areas have taken steps to cover or bury their lines, highlighting the need for improved safety measures.

via New York Post |

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environment2 years ago•7 min saved

HECO's Negligence and Lawsuits: The Aftermath of Maui's Deadly Fires

Bare, uninsulated electrical wires and leaning power poles owned by Hawaiian Electric Co. are being investigated as possible causes of the deadly wildfires in Maui. Videos and images analyzed by The Associated Press confirmed that the wires were left exposed to the weather and foliage, despite efforts by other utilities in wildfire-prone areas to cover or bury their lines. Many of the utility's wooden power poles were also described as being in poor condition and not meeting safety standards. Hawaiian Electric is now facing lawsuits and criticism for its lack of action in preventing the fires. Other utilities in California have been addressing the issue by insulating wires and burying lines in high-risk areas.

via POLITICO|

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environment2 years ago•7 min saved

Investigation Reveals Potential Causes of Deadly Fires on Maui: Bare Electrical Wire and Leaning Poles

Bare, uninsulated electrical wires and leaning, outdated power poles owned by Hawaiian Electric Co. are being investigated as possible causes of the deadly fires that ravaged Maui. Videos and images analyzed by The Associated Press confirmed that the bare wires sparked flames when they came into contact with dry grass. Hawaiian Electric Co. has faced criticism for leaving miles of uninsulated wires exposed to the weather and foliage, despite efforts by other utilities in wildfire-prone areas to cover or bury their lines. Many of the utility's wooden power poles were also in poor condition and did not meet the national standard for withstanding high winds. The utility is now facing lawsuits and calls for improved safety measures to prevent future wildfires.

via Honolulu Star-Advertiser|

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environment2 years ago•6 min saved

Investigation into Maui Fires Reveals Negligence by Power Company

Bare, uninsulated electrical wires and leaning power poles owned by Hawaiian Electric Co. are being investigated as possible causes of the deadly fires that ravaged Maui. Videos and images analyzed by The Associated Press confirmed that the wires were among miles of line left exposed to the weather and foliage, despite efforts by other utilities in wildfire-prone areas to cover or bury their lines. Many of Hawaiian Electric's wooden power poles were described as built to an obsolete standard and were near the end of their projected lifespan. The utility is now facing lawsuits and criticism for its failure to address these safety concerns, including the use of bare metal conductors and the lack of preemptive power shutoffs. Other utilities in California have taken steps to insulate their lines and bury electrical wires in high-risk areas. Experts emphasize the need for utilities to better prepare for climate change-related risks to prevent future wildfires.

via Yahoo News|

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