Wildfire safety
LG&E and KU proactively plan for and invest in its energy infrastructure to protect equipment and customers from destructive wildfires. You can help prevent dangerous fires, too.
Protect your home and community from wildfire risk
Wildfires can damage property, disrupt service, and threaten lives. We take proactive steps to reduce wildfire risk and protect your home, your equipment, and your entire community. While wildfire hazards are minimal in the areas LG&E and KU serve. Still, emergency plans and procedures are in place to proactively prevent and control wildfires, including:
Inspecting and maintaining equipment regularly
Investing in our energy grid improvements
Using smart technology to monitor system conditions
Proactively managing vegetation near power lines to reduce accidental contact
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How you can help prevent wildfires
The source of many wildfires is a cozy campfire. If you plan to camp or hike, carefully set up and manage the campfire, with these measures.
Follow the campground rules
Do not build a campfire during hazardous, dry conditions
Find out if the campground has an existing fire ring or fire pit you can use
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