COLUMBIA, SC – SCE&G will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods for the next two weeks:

Greg Park Neighborhood Association

Lake Katherine

POA of Lake Katherine

Heyward Park Neighborhood

Crosshill Neighborhood

Kilbourne Park Neighborhood Association

The trimming will be completed by SCE&G contractors and work will be closely monitored on a daily basis by the City’s 4 Certified Arborists from the Forestry and Beautification Division.

The purpose of the trimming activities is to increase safety and reliability of the electric service.  SCE&G reports an 89% improvement in reliability in vegetation related outages in areas where trimming is completed compared to a year ago.  The trimming guidelines include removing vegetation within 8-12 feet below and beside the power lines and up to 20 feet above the power lines.

SCE&G and their contractors trim in accordance with International Society of Arboriculture guidelines, using ANSI A300 pruning methods leaving good cuts that will generate new growth. 

For more information about SCE&G’s tree trimming efforts, including helpful tips and suggestions regarding the planting of trees and other vegetation, visit www.sceg.com/treetrimming.

You can also contact SCE&G’s 24 hour Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-800-251-7234 or email [email protected]

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