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Vegetation Management State law requires KIUC to maintain all lines, keeping them safe and hazard free. If KIUC’s inspection staff or contractor determines some trimming must be done within an easement on private property, no prior notification is required. Utility easements and rights of way often are conveyed in the deed to a property. 16 KAUA‘I ISLAND UTILITY COOPERATIVE As a condition of electric service to your home, you also must provide the utility with reasonable access to your property for maintenance at all times. KIUC does not trim service drops on private property, so this responsibility remains with the property owner. A qualified trimmer should be contacted for such work. Always take extreme caution when working near overhead power lines, as any electrical contact could result in serious injury. KIUC highly recommends that all members survey areas carefully prior to planting trees to be sure they will not cause problems as they mature and grow high enough to reach overhead power lines. How much to trim is prescribed by a utility forester based on tree growth rate and structure, limb configurations, wind sway and line sag. The species, environmental factors, irrigation and proximity of the tree to the line are considered. A margin of safety is added above minimum clearance requirements. After these determinations are made, KIUC implements a planned and consistent trimming cycle to ensure dollars are well spent and power lines stay clear. Faster growing areas require greater clearances at the time of trim to reduce stress to the tree and costs associated with the trimming. Tree Planting – Call Before You Dig Trees growing too close to electric lines are the primary cause of momentary short circuits and flickering lights. In the case of a storm, the limbs on those trees are likely to knock power lines out completely and create a threat to your safety. Tall-growing trees near overhead lines can cause service interruptions when trees contact wires. Children or adults climbing in these trees can be severely injured or even killed if they come in contact with the wires. Proper selection and placement of trees in and around overhead utilities can eliminate potential public safety hazards, reduce expenses for utilities and their members, and improve the appearance of landscapes. Before you plant, make sure you are aware of the location of any underground utilities. To be certain you do not accidentally dig into any lines and risk serious injury or a costly service interruption, call Hawai‘i One Call Center toll free at 866.423.7287 at least five days before you dig. Never assume these utility lines are buried deeper than you plan to dig. In some cases, utility lines are very close to the surface. Safer is Smarter To protect your family, your property and your power service, homeowners should keep trees trimmed away from power lines. If you have questions, contact KIUC at 246.4300.
Storm Sense Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30 every year. Don’t wait until a warning is given to begin making your plans. Have your survival kit ready. Know where emergency shelters are located. If you or a member of your family is receiving special medical treatment, know the procedures for emergency conditions. When a hurricane watch or warning is declared, listen to the radio for further instructions. Kaua‘i’s Civil Defense station is KQNG, at 570 AM or 93.5 FM. (KUAI is at 720 AM; FM97 is at 96.9 FM). KIUC personnel will be in contact with all three stations and will broadcast special advisories about your power supply. Oceanic Time Warner also carries National Weather Service reports. Ultimately, everyone must take personal responsibility. Everyone should have an action plan in the event a hurricane strikes the island. Each member of the family should know who to contact and where to meet in the event of an emergency. For further information and assistance, contact the National Weather Service, the local civil defense agency or the local American Red Cross chapter. Know the history of high wave and storm surge, high winds, and heavy rains and flash flooding in your area. • Learn the location of officially designated civil defense shelters for your area. • Check the condition of emergency equipment, such as flashlights and battery-powered radios. • Ensure enough nonperishable food and water is on hand to last at least two weeks. • Prepare a survival kit for home use or to take to a shelter; use the list in your telephone book as a guideline. • Be aware of the structural limitations of your home and reinforce your home against high winds. • Obtain and store materials such as plywood and plastic necessary to secure your home. • Check your home for loose and clogged rain gutters and downspouts. • Keep trees and shrubbery trimmed; cut weak branches and trees that could fall or bump against the house; when trimming, try to create a channel through the foliage to the center of the tree to allow for air flow. • Determine where to move your boat in an emergency. • Review your insurance policy to ensure it provides adequate coverage. • Individuals with special needs should plan ahead for their appropriate medical conditions. 2012 NEW MEMBER GUIDE 17
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