Advisory
thecooldown.com
Gulf Breeze, Florida, successfully tested its underground utility project during Hurricane Isaias, with buried power lines along U.S. Highway 98 significantly reducing outages and eliminating the risk of downed live wires. The first phase, completed in 2018, moved over two miles of lines underground. During the storm, with winds reaching 116 mph, the system demonstrated resilience.
Phase two of the initiative is underway, aiming to extend underground utilities to more neighborhoods. While debris posed challenges, the buried lines' performance underscores their value in hurricane-prone areas.
Why this matters to you: Gulf Breeze's success highlights the potential of undergrounding to improve storm resilience. Expanding similar initiatives could enhance reliability for your customers and align with Florida's resilience goals.