Trees and Power Lines Planting Tip
Plant the "Right Tree in the Right Place"

Planting trees under power lines can pose electrical shock hazards and fire safety risks.

To stay safe, keep the lights on and reduce the risk of fire, plant:
•Medium and large trees 50 feet to the side of transmission lines, poles and towers.
•Medium and large trees 30 feet to the side of distribution lines and poles.

For more information visit pge.com/trees or for California tree selections visit www.selectree.calpoly.edu.

To request a "Guide to Planting Small Trees Near Distribution Lines”,
call 1-800-743-5000, or email RightTreeRightPlace@pge.com.
Specify: Northern CA, Central CA, or Bay Area/Inland.

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