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Home My WebLink AboutAGENDA REPORT 2022 0706 CCSA REG ITEM 09BCITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA City Council Meeting of July 6, 2022 ACTION RECEIVED PRESENTATION. BY A. Hurtado. B. Consider Presentation by Andrew Thomas, Government Relations Manager for Southern California Edison, with an Update on Wildfire Mitigation. Staff Recommendation: Receive presentation. (Staff: Mack Douglass, Program Manager) Item: 9.B. Our Commitment to California Keeping our communities safe from wildfires City of Moorpark Wildfire Preparedness Meeting July 6, 2022 Item: 9.B. 75 Tier 2 –Elevated Fire Threat Tier 3 –Extreme Fire Threat SCE Service Area County Lines 50,000 SQ. MI. of SCE service area across southern, central and coastal California 14,000 SQ. MI. of high fire risk areas 5M customer accounts or 15M residents in SCE’s service area 1.3M customer accounts or 3.9M residents served by circuits in high fire risk areas 52,000 MI. of SCE overhead distribution and transmission lines 14,000 MI. in high fire risk areas 1.4M power poles 300,000 in high fire risk areas Counties with high fire risk area served by SCE Fresno Inyo Kern Los Angeles Mono Orange Riverside San Bernardino Santa Barbara Tulare Ventura Counties with no or limited high fire risk areas served by SCE Imperial Kings Madera Tuolumne 27% of SCE's service area is in high fire risk areas SCE SERVICE AREA & HIGH FIRE RISK AREAS 76 •2022 Wildfire Mitigation Update filed on Feb. 18 •Primary objective is to protect public safety •Further hardening infrastructure, bolstering situational awareness capabilities, enhancing operational practices and harnessing the power of data and technology •Incorporating advanced mitigation measures deployed in high fire risk areas around the world OUR WILDFIRE MITIGATION PLAN 77 REDUCING WILDFIRE RISK IN OUR COMMUNITIES 78 A COMPREHENSIVE STRATEGY to prevent, combat and respond ENHANCING OPERATIONAL PRACTICES BOLSTERING SITUATIONAL AWARENESS CAPABILITIES HARDENING THE ELECTRIC GRID A COMPREHENSIVE STRATEGY TO PREVENT, COMBAT AND RESPOND 79 Grid hardening Bolstering situational awareness capabilities Enhancing operational practices Refining risk analysis models Inspection strategy evolution Reducing PSPS impacts Aerial fire suppression Advancing new technologies Expanded grid hardening Updating risk prioritization for vegetation management Continue reducing PSPS impacts Adding new mitigation strategies FOUNDATIONAL STRATEGY GRANULAR WILDFIRE RISK, PSPS MITIGATION UPDATE OF LONG-TERM SYSTEM HARDENING STRATEGY 2019 2020 -2021 2022 MAINTAINING FOUNDATIONAL STRATEGY WHILE ADVANCING KEY INCREMENTAL FOCUS AREAS EACH YEAR 80 Year 2021 Progress Update Data as of 9/30/2021 2021 YEAR-END PROGRESS UPDATE 81 Replacing bare wire with insulated wire (covered conductor) to reduce wildfire risk as well as safely raise windspeed thresholds for PSPS in targeted areas. About 2,900 miles of insulated wire installed since 2018 Installing mix of composite poles and wooden poles with fire-resistant wrap to reduce risk of damaged poles during an emergency FIRE-RESISTANT POLES MICROGRIDSUNDERGROUNDINGCOVERED CONDUCTOR PROTECTIVE DEVICES Installing fast-acting fuses to interrupt electric current more quickly when there’s an electrical fault and remote- controlled sectionalizing devices to segment and isolate portions of circuits during PSPS events Complete 17 miles of undergrounding in 2021-22 in targeted high fire risk areas based on risk and feasibility. Potential for significant increase in subsequent years. Partnered with San Jacinto High School for a microgrid resiliency pilot. Second pilot site at a school in the Rialto Unified School District will be available in 2022. Data as of 12/31/21 HARDENING ELECTRIC GRID & INFRASTRUCTURE 82 •2,900+ miles of covered conductor •Plan to install a total of 4,000 miles by end of 2022, covering 40% of SCE’s overhead distribution lines in high fire risk areas •Covered conductor estimated to be about 70% effective in mitigating ignition risk COVERED CONDUCTOR Data as of 12/31/21 83 Inspect overhead equipment in high fire risk areas for repairs via ground and aerially, prioritizing the highest-risk structures. In 2022, will inspect 53% of distribution and 43% of transmission equipment in high fire risk areas, covering 97% of total wildfire risk HIGH FIRE RISK INSPECTIONS & REMEDIATIONS Inspect, trim and remove trees to prevent vegetation from coming into contact with electrical equipment and potentially sparking a fire. Tall trees beyond standard pruning zones that could potentially fall into power lines are also assessed and pruned or removed. SCE will begin removing palm trees that may come in contact with power lines. VEGETATION MANAGEMENT SCE strives to reduce the scope, frequency and duration of PSPS events as more wildfire mitigations are implemented, but PSPS remains a tool of last resort to mitigate wildfire risk during elevated fire weather conditions. PUBLIC SAFETY POWER SHUTOFFS ENHANCING OPERATIONAL PRACTICES Data as of 12/31/21 84 BOLSTERING SITUATIONAL AWARENESS CAPABILITIES 1,460+ weather stations that provide wind speed, humidity and temperature data. Plan to add 150 stations in 2022 to increase accuracy of PSPS operations 166 cameras that provide visibility to about 90% high fire risk areas to monitor wildfire conditions. Planning additional cameras in 2022 and beyond to increase coverage Wildfire CamerasWeather Modeling Weather Stations Fuel Sampling Measuring vegetation moisture at 15 fuel sampling sites on a biweekly basis to help determine dry fuel conditions. Using data to train fuel moisture model to enhance operations Continuing to improve weather modeling and incorporating machine learning capabilities to weather stations to enhance weather forecasts Data as of 12/31/21 85 NEW TECHNOLOGIES Early Fault Detection (EFD) detects high frequency radio emissions which can occur from incipient failure, such as severed strands on a conductor, vegetation contact, or tracking on insulators Distribution Open Phase Detection (DOPD) detects one or more open phase (broken conductor) conditions to reduce risks associated with down-wire incidents Fault Detection High Impedance Detection Fire DetectionEarly Fault Detection Asset Defect Detection Using AI/ML Applies image recognition algorithms to speed up identification of potential asset defects. Detection algorithm will continue to improve over time with artificial intelligence and machine learning. Uses satellite technology and SCE’s HD wildfire cameras to detect and map wildfire ignitions. Results in a more comprehensive view of fires that improves intelligence for more rapid and effective fire response. High Impedance (Hi- Z) relays use protective elements to reduce the propagation of low- magnitude fault conditions (Hi-Z conditions) that can lead to ignition risk,such as downed conductor or arcing events 86 •REFCL technology detects when a single power line has fallen to the ground and almost instantly reduces energy released •If deployed with covered conductor and other mitigations, risk reduction potential can be close to undergrounding. Pending initial deployment evaluation, may transition to using on wider scale in the future RAPID EARTH FAULT CURRENT LIMITER (REFCL) Data as of 12/31/21 87 REDUCING WILDFIRE RISK & PSPS IMPACTS –BY THE NUMBERS 73% reduction in PSPS outage time in 2021 on frequently impacted circuits2 81,000 customers removed from scope from exceptions and switching protocols 64 Community Resource Centers available ONGOING WILDFIRE MITIGATION EFFORTS AERIAL FIRE SUPPRESSION SUPPORT IMPROVED PSPS EXECUTION & CUSTOMER SUPPORT SCE estimates its wildfire mitigation and PSPS measures have reduced the risk of damage from catastrophic1 wildfires by 65%to 70%,relative to pre-2018 levels. Contributed $18 million for the creation of the quick reaction force of the world’s largest helitankers Used on more than 50 fires in 2021, helping to suppress fires in its early stages ~30% of overhead wires in high fire risk areas installed with covered conductor Suite of mitigations include system hardening, inspections, vegetation management and situational awareness measures 1.A wildfire directly causing one or more deaths, damaging or destroying more than 500 structures, or burning more than 140,000 acres of land 2.Based on 2021 weather and fuel conditions Data as of 12/31/21 88 •Contributed $18 million to support the creation of a quick reaction force of aerial firefighting assets in SCE’s service area, including the world’s largest helitankers •Continue partnerships with Orange, Los Angeles and Ventura county fire agencies in 2022 PARTNERING WITH LOCAL FIRE AGENCIES Used on more than 50 fires 433 hours of flight time 1,836 total drops (493 at night) 2.6 million gallons of water 123,000 gallons of fire retardant 2021 PERFORMANCE Data as of 12/31/21 89 SCE CUSTOMER PROGRAMS & RESOURCES •Services offered: information, charging of mobile and portable medical devices, PSPS outage alert enrollment support, access to water, light snacks, ice and ice vouchers, restrooms, and small insulated bags to keep medication cool •Translations services for over 120 languages including American Sign Language (ASL) •Partnered with 211 to help customers with Access and Functional Needs (AFN) develop a resiliency plan and enroll in eligible assistance programs •211 provides specialized referrals for customers with AFN experiencing PSPS, and services include connecting customers to shelf-stable food, hot meal delivery, transportation and/or temporary shelter •SCE will improve communications methods, including videos utilizing ASL for marketing and PSPS notifications •Critical Care Backup Battery program and the In-Event Battery Loan pilot provide eligible customers with a portable backup battery to power a medical device during a PSPS event •Rebates on portable batteries and generators for customers residing in high fire risk areas on marketplace.sce.com CUSTOMER RESOURCE CENTERS & COMMUNITY CREW VEHICLES CUSTOMER PROGRAMS CUSTOMER RESILIENCY EQUIPMENT Add Notes 90 SCE’s refined integrated grid hardening strategy considers wildfire risk drivers and PSPS risk at circuit segments and mitigations that cost effectively addresses those risk drivers. We continue to prioritize hardening our riskiest areas first. INTEGRATED GRID HARDENING STRATEGY 1Based on initial feasibility analysis of ~1,925 circuit miles, several hundred miles currently under consideration for additi onal enhanced mitigation, including undergrounding Risk Designation Risk Criteria Mitigation Selection Total High Fire Risk Area (HFRA) Overhead Distribution Segments (Total of ~9,700 circuit miles, of which 30% is already hardened) Severe Risk Areas (~1,925 circuit miles)1 Fire risk egress constrained locations, extreme high wind areas, and extreme consequence areas Pursue undergrounding unless covered conductor already installed or specific terrain not practical for undergrounding and necessitates feasible alternative mitigations High Consequence Segments (~5,075 circuit miles) Locations that meet 300-acre consequence threshold at 8 hours or at risk of Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) Pursue covered conductor plus other mitigations such as asset inspections,vegetation management, and fast curve settings Other HFRA Segments (~2,700 circuit miles) Locations that are not in a Severe Risk Area and do not meet High Consequence criteria Naturally replace retired or damaged bare wire with covered conductor per high fire risk area standard; continue mitigations such as asset inspections,vegetation management, and fast-curve settings 91 HIGH FIRE RISK INSPECTIONS •Inspect electrical equipment for maintenance, repairs or replacement •In 2022, will inspect 53% of distribution and 43% of transmission equipment in high fire risk areas, covering 97% of total wildfire risk Data as of 12/31/21 Completed 179,600 distribution inspections and 20,800 transmission inspections 2021 HIGHLIGHTS 92 WEBSITE ENHANCEMENTS PUBLIC SAFETY PARTNER PORTAL •Available information 24/7 to help with safety planning •During events provides current PSPS status and information SCE.COM ENHANCEMENTS •Consolidated outage address search feature sce.com/wildfire/addresslookup •New consolidated outage map (going live later this year) combines all information on the current repair and maintenance, PSPS, and rotating outage maps into one •New Critical Facilities page sce.com/wildfire/critical-facilities- infrastructure 93 STAY INFORMED SIGN UP BE PREPARED •Visit our website •Attend a community meeting •PSPS alerts •SCE’s Medical Baseline program •SCE programs and rebates •Be prepared with a safety preparedness plan, some basic supplies and advance planning •Power outage tips Website: sce.com/wildfire Energized by Edison Stories & Videos: edison.com/wildfire-safety SCE Customer Support: 1-800-655-4555 94 APPENDIX 95 PLANNING AND MONITORING OUTAGE SCE will target the schedule above to notify customers. Sudden onset of hazardous conditions that jeopardize public safety m ay impact SCE’s ability to provide advanced notice to customers. Notifications can be provided via email, text, voice call, and TTY formats; zip code -level alerts; and NextDoor. POWER SHUTOFF (Statement) 3rd Notification Power Shutoff 4-7 DAYS AHEAD 3 DAYS AHEAD (Alert) 2 DAYS AHEAD (Alert) 1 DAY AHEAD (Alert) 1-4 HOURS BEFORE SHUTDOWN (Warning) SCE begins planning for potential PSPS SCE Incident Management Team activated Initial notifications to local and tribal governments, emergency officials, first responders, critical infrastructure and service providers. Preliminary forecasted circuits and periods of concern are posted to sce.com and our public safety portal. Updates to notifications Initial notifications to customers not notified at 3 days ahead Update notification sent Imminent shutdown notification POWER RESTORATION PREPARING FOR RE-ENERGIZATION (Statement) Notification Power Restored After Inspection Notification Before Re-Energization Occurs PSPS IDEAL TIMELINE 96 FOR MORE INFORMATION: SCE Notifications •Sign up for PSPS alerts –sce.com/pspsalerts •Sign up for the Energized by Edison Wildfire Mitigation Newsletter – energized.edison.com/newsletter Situational Awareness PSPS maps and information –sce.com/psps •PSPS decision making – sce.com/pspsdecisionmaking •Role of weather in PSPS –sce.com/fireweather •CPUC wildfire maps –ia.cpuc.ca.gov/firemap/ •Wildfire cameras –alertwildfire.org Preparedness •SCE emergency preparedness – sce.com/beprepared •CAL FIRE preparedness –readyforwildfire.org Vegetation Management •Vegetation Management –sce.com/safety/power-lines; contact 1-800-655-4555 or safetrees@sce.com Customer Programs & Rebates •SCE Customer Programs & Resources –sce.com/customerresources •SCE Marketplace (rebates and programs) –marketplace.sce.com •SCE Medical Baseline Program –sce.com/medicalbaseline •Self Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) –sce.com/sgip or selfgenca.com •SCE Customer Support: 1-800-655-4555 Community Meetings •Join SCE’s wildfire safety community meetings –sce.com/wildfiresafetymeetings Energized by Edison •Stories and videos on SCE’s wildfire mitigation efforts and PSPS –edison.com/wildfire-safety SCE Wildfire Webpage –sce.com/wildfire 97