Duke Energy to use helicopters to trim trees in Batesville, Vevay

(BATESVILLE, Ind.) – Duke Energy will be conducting routine tree trimming in Batesville and Vevay beginning as early as next week. 

Crews will be clearing vegetation from hard-to-reach locations around power lines. 

The work is expected to begin around March 2 and could last upwards of two weeks. 

Property owners along the corridors have been notified by mail, in person or via a door hanger. 

All areas where the helicopter will work have been clearly flagged and marked in advance of trimming.