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In The Loop - Power, co-ops, and the stuff you didn’t know you needed.
Roots, Risks & Powerlines: The Hidden Dangers of Planting Near Electrical Equipment
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What’s growing in your yard could be closer to danger than you think. In this episode of In the Loop, we dig into the often-overlooked hazards of planting trees and landscaping near electrical equipment. Joined by Dwayne Howell, we explore how the wrong placement can lead to outages, safety risks, and costly repairs. From underground lines and transformers, you’ll learn safe planting distances, what to avoid, and how to keep your property both beautiful and hazard-free.