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Advanced Weather Forecasting Enhances Utility Risk and Wildfire Decisions Across the U.S.

US · Published Jun 9, 2026

• Utilities across the United States are increasingly adopting advanced weather forecasting models with sub-kilometer resolution to improve decision-making for wildfire mitigation and severe weather events.

• According to POWER Magazine, providers like Climavision, Meteomatics, and Technosylva are offering high-resolution models that surpass public weather products in spatial detail, update frequency, and forecast horizon.

Why It's Important?

The adoption of advanced forecasting models is helping utilities mitigate risks associated with wildfires and severe weather. By providing detailed, localized forecasts, these tools enable utilities to pre-deploy crews, issue public safety power shutoffs (PSPS), and reduce outages. For instance, during a May 2025 storm in Houston, CenterPoint Energy used Climavision's model to pre-position 1,300 crews, limiting outages to 167,000 customers and achieving 99% restoration within a day. The models also address emerging risks in non-traditional wildfire regions, such as the New Jersey Pinelands and Long Island, where dry vegetation and strong winds can lead to fire outbreaks. However, challenges remain in extending forecast horizons and improving confidence in model outputs.