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Spring pole replacements could lead to hydro outages

CAMPBELL RIVER, B.C-Another annual spring tradition is coming to Campbell River: replacing hydro poles.

BC Hydro says over the next few months it’ll be replacing more than 9,000 wooden hydro poles across the province. Of that, 200 are in Campbell River.

Replacing the poles is part of the utility’s regular maintenance program. BC Hydro says power poles last between 40 and 50 years. The weather, insects, and wildlife cause them to deteriorate over that time.

While the poles are being replaced it may be necessary for power to be disconnected. BC Hydro says it’ll be letting customers know in advance when that happens.

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