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Hawaiian Electric expands Hawai‘i Island drone inspections for wildfire safety

Big Island Now·Oct 23, 2026 · 8:00 PM CT
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Hawaiian Electric is expanding drone inspections of poles and power lines on Hawaii Island to reduce wildfire risk. Contractor Asplundh began weekday inspections this week in South Kona and Waimea, continuing through November, while Cyberhawk is inspecting other areas.

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