AltaLink to fly helicopter patrols across central Alberta Aug. 24-28
The utility says the flights are routine and aims to limit disturbance to residents, livestock and wildlife along the way.
AltaLink has advised residents and businesses across Alberta that it will conduct aerial patrols of its electric transmission facilities from Aug. 24 to Aug. 28 using a helicopter.
Red Deer County and Didsbury are among the communities that may see the helicopter overhead, along with Airdrie, Balzac, Banff, Black Diamond, Canmore, Carstairs, Clearwater County, Cochrane, Crossfield, High River, Kananaskis, Lake Louise, Leslieville, Mountain View County, Okotoks, Rocky Mountain House and Sundre.
The company says the annual patrols allow it to visually inspect transmission lines and surrounding vegetation, which helps maintain the reliability of the electrical grid. AltaLink said it aims to minimize disruption to residences, area users, livestock and wildlife during the surveys.
Residents with questions about the aerial patrols can contact AltaLink at 1-877-267-1453.
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