SCE&G to Start Tree Trimming Downtown

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)– SCE&G will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods for the next two weeks. Here are the planned areas: Earlewood Community Citizens Organization Hyatt Park Neighborhood Colonial Park Neighborhood Association CICC (Community Improvement Cooperative Council) Historic Waverly Neighborhood Robert Mills Historic Neighborhood Downtown Neighborhood Association Arsenal Hill Neighborhood Association Windemere Springs Neighborhood Association Lincoln Park Community Byrneswood Community Organization Ryan Street Action Committee 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 SCEGContactUs@SCANA.com