Jul 1, 2025
Wildfires sparked by power lines are rare—but when they happen, the consequences are massive. Just 10% of wildfires in California are utility-caused, yet they account for a disproportionate share of the state’s fire-related damage and fatalities. In Australia, it’s an even starker contrast: only 1–2% of bushfires start from powerlines, but they've been responsible for over 80% of bushfire deaths in the past 50 years.
Despite billions spent on vegetation management, shutdown protocols, and infrastructure upgrades, one key gap remains: real-time visibility directly from the line.
That’s why grid operators, infrastructure managers, and public agencies are now looking beyond towers and remote weather data—deploying line-mounted systems that deliver ultra-local weather readings, smoke detection, and live video from the conductor itself.
In this short guide, we explore:
Why wildfire detection still comes too late in many cases
The limits of traditional risk mitigation tools
How line-mounted cameras and sensors enable earlier, smarter intervention
Case studies, including how Greece’s grid operator (IPTO) deployed the solution
Whether you're in operations, planning, or regulation, this is a critical moment to rethink wildfire readiness.
👉 [Download the 2025 Wildfire Detection Guide for Utilities]
