COLDWATER, MI (WTVB)- You might notice some low flying helicopters in the area for the next few days, but there is no need to worry.
ITC will be conducting aerial patrols of their high-voltage transmission structures and lines in Michigan through the beginning of October, and Branch County, along with Calhoun, Eaton, Jackson, Kalamazoo, and St. Joseph counties will be part of the inspection process now through Tuesday, September 23.
It includes inspection of all transmission structures and equipment including poles, steel towers, wires, insulators, and other equipment. Crews check for damaged or worn equipment and vegetation hazards.
ITC says the inspection flights are often conducted at low altitudes to allow accurate visual inspection of equipment for lightning damage, wear or other potential problems. This is normal procedure, so there is no cause for alarm if a low-flying helicopter is sighted near transmission lines.
For more information about ITC, visit www.itc-holdings.com.
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