Wildfire Mitigation Plan
Due to the growing threat of catastrophic wildfires, NorthWestern Energy is exploring new ways to protect our customers and communities from wildfires. Our 2024 Wildfire Mitigation Plan identifies risks and implement strategies to reduce or manage these risks.
Our Wildfire Mitigation Plan represents our commitment to protecting our customers and the communities in Montana from this growing threat. We have worked with numerous community stakeholders, first responders, and peer energy companies to develop our plan, while also leveraging the expertise of our internal teams who have an in-depth understanding of our electrical infrastructure.
A Resilient Electrical Grid
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A Resilient Electrical Grid
Vegetation Management
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Vegetation Management
Situational Awareness
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Situational Awareness
Operational Practices
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Operational Practices
System Preparedness
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System Preparedness
Communication and Outreach
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Communication and Outreach
Public Safety Power Shutoffs
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Public Safety Power Shutoffs
2024 Wildfire Mitigation Plan
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