A critical component of wildfire mitigation is the ability to assess and forecast the wildfire risk based on weather conditions in the context of overall risk to electric grid operations. Are you responsible for wildfire risk & mitigation efforts at a utility organization? Are you making operational decisions using accurate, real time weather data? Are you using the latest in automated camera technology to have greater visibility of your assets and infrastructure throughout your areas of interest? Join Shawn Bethel, Wildfire Mitigation Specialist and Tyler Smith, USA Fire Weather Sales Manager for their webinar about the importance of having a dedicated fire weather network with accurate, reliable weather data to analyze wildfire risk potential and how electric utilities are taking advantage of FTS situational awareness technologies to support operational best practices while keeping people in their communities safe from the negative impacts from wildfire.

Session Takeaways:

• Understand the difference between meteorological weather stations and fire weather stations - Learn how readily available fire weather information currently exists to support your WMP & grid operations
• Realize how cost effective, scalable, infill weather stations can quickly provide greater data density & accurate granularity in your areas of interest
• Understand how automated camera systems are enhancing not only wildfire monitoring but supporting vegetation management activities
• Find new ways to engage with customers as it relates to wildfire risk, PSPS and multi-agency, emergency response to protect the public