This can especially be seen in California, where extreme weather events and wildfires have had life-threatening effects. Currently, California remains the only state to not adhere to the National Electrical Safety Code – the U.S standard outlining the safe installation, operation, and maintenance of electric utility systems. Instead, California relies on General Order 95, an outdated standard that results in weather-loading structures that are weaker than the rest of the United States.  Updates to the state’s infrastructure should include using material designed to withstand the elements and loads required by the most up-to-date standards and practices.