How IoT Sensors Are Preventing Wildfire Damage to Power Lines

This episode of Internet of Things with Fexingo dives into how IoT sensors are being used to prevent power-line-sparked wildfires. Lucas and Luna explore a real-world case: a utility in California that deployed thousands of line-mounted sensors to detect conductor slap, tree contact, and insulator leakage before faults ignite. They discuss the sensor technology — vibration, temperature, and current sensors reporting every 10 seconds — and how machine learning filters false positives from genuine risks. The hosts also touch on the regulatory push from California's Public Utilities Commission, which now mandates many utilities adopt such systems. Learn how a $200 sensor module can prevent a billion-dollar fire. No prior tech knowledge required. #IoT #SmartGrid #WildfirePrevention #UtilityTech #California #SensorTechnology #MachineLearning #GridSafety #ClimateAdaptation #PublicSafety #IndustrialIoT #PredictiveMaintenance #EdgeComputing #Energy #Technology #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #ConnectedDevices Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo