May Wildfire Special Report 2025

Wildfires are becoming more commonplace and dangerous, but so are the strategies utilities are employing for mitigation and preparedness.

A proactive strategy integrates advanced technology, predictive modeling, data-driven decision-making and adaptive infrastructure planning.

Wildfires pose a growing threat across the U.S., requiring utilities nationwide — not just on the West Coast — to adopt proactive measures.

The utility’s enhanced wildfire safety strategy is founded on a four-pillar approach to long-term reduction in risk.

Reclosers play a crucial role in power system protection by automatically interrupting and restoring power flow in response to faults.