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Questions or Concerns

If you have a question or concern regarding trees near SDG&E power lines or poles, please contact our Customer Service Center for an evaluation.

  • 1-800-411-7343

For emergencies

  • If you have a life threatening emergency, call 911

Pruning Trees near Power Lines

NEVER attempt to prune trees near power lines.

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Use energy safely this winter

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Spending more time inside, heating your home, and even using holiday lighting means keeping your eye on safety. Get the information on electric and natural gas safety for winter.

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Tree Safety Program

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Trees are good for the environment and can add beauty to any home or business. They can also grow into power lines creating a safety hazard.

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Emergency Preparedness

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Preparing for an emergency begins long before one happens. Take the steps to protect your family, home and property.

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Become Safer Around Energy

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Learning to be safe around electricity and gas is important —especially in an emergency. Find out how to protect your appliances during an outage, understand the benefits of tree safety, learn about our fire preparedness program, see how we help keep contractors safe — and more.

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Tree Planting Guide - High Risk

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Highly Flammable Trees and Shrubs

All plants are flammable if not pruned periodically. The risk of fire can be greatly diminished with maintenance.

The following trees and shrubs are among those known for the amount of dead fuel that accumulates in them and the high oil, high resin, or low moisture content of their leaves and branches.

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Acacia

Arborvitae California Bay

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Tree Planting Guide - Planting Tips

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Before Planting

Before planting your properly selected tree, take the time to choose the planting site as carefully as you chose the tree. Remember to always plant the “Right Tree in the Right Place” for the best chance of success.

Before you dig, call Underground Service Alert (USA) at 1-800-227-2600. With just one call, you can have your underground cable, water and energy lines marked out for free. Failing to do this could result in serious injury or death.

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