Transgrid Take To The Skies For Bushfire Prevention
Transgrid has launched its comprehensive annual bushfire prevention program, with helicopter inspections, aerial imagery, 3D laser scanning, and thermographic surveying to ensure the safe operation of its network.
Over the next few weeks specialist helicopter crews will inspect high-voltage electricity transmission lines in locations around the Hunter and across the state.
Executive General Manager of Network Marie Jordan said Transgrid took the risk of bushfires very seriously and the safety of its people, landowners and communities is their first priority.
“In the lead-up to the 2024-25 summer period we will ensure a high level of preparedness across more than 13,000km of transmission lines – the equivalent distance of travelling from Sydney to Perth four times.”
Transgrid’s bushfire prevention program will be undertaken from February to September,” Ms Jordan said.
“The comprehensive inspections help identify any potential bushfire risks such as vegetation encroachments and assess the condition of towers and transmission lines.
“Our on-the-ground teams will then carry out any necessary vegetation management to maintain our easement corridors and tower and line maintenance before the start of the next bushfire season.”