Underground power line project aims to reduce Pembroke Pines outages. 5 takeaways

Pembroke Pines is undergoing significant changes to its power grid with Florida Power & Light’s new undergrounding projects.

These efforts aim to reduce power outages by replacing overhead power lines with underground alternatives.

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Here are the highlights:

• The project, known as the Storm Secure Underground Program, targets neighborhoods most vulnerable to severe weather or liability issues. It involves a two-year process of design, outreach, and construction.
• FPL will evaluate all properties in selected areas for potential equipment placement, such as transformers. Residents will be contacted by customer outreach specialists for permissions and updates throughout the project.
• Construction involves minimal land disruption using low-impact directional boring equipment. Primary power lines are buried 3 to 4 feet underground, while service lines are buried at least 2 feet to avoid other utilities.
• A two-hour power outage will occur during the final transfer from overhead to underground lines. FPL assures residents that any property damage, such as torn grass or broken sprinklers, will be restored.
• The project is funded through a monthly Storm Protection Plan charge of about $9.95, not upfront costs. Residents have mixed reviews, with some praising the professionalism and others noting issues with property restoration.

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