Atlantic Beach locals should be on the lookout for JEA tree crews, as the utility company begins its tree trimming efforts this season. Essential to public safety and electric reliability, this work is part of a routine 2.5-year maintenance program. An online map has been published on the City of Atlantic Beach website, detailing the specific neighborhoods and streets where pruning will occur.
With the goal of preventing potential outages and fire hazards, JEA will remove tree branches that pose a risk of growing into power lines. However, residents can expect some temporary inconvenience, as these operations require precision and adherence to strict safety protocols. Yet, the crews tasked with this job are highly trained professionals, keen on minimizing any disruptions, and capable of working in areas deemed unsafe for private tree care professionals.
According to the information provided by JEA, beyond safeguarding against power disruptions, the tree trimming activities also promote a resilient urban tree canopy. They're conducted in such a way to encourage healthy growth among the trees and prevent potential damage from storms.
The utility company also suggests that residents take this as an opportunity to inspect their own trees, especially those not within utility corridors. Winter presents an optimal time for this, as arborists are able to better identify structural defects, storm damage, or other stress factors that might not be apparent at other times of year.
