PG&E has begun aerial patrols across thousands of miles of its service to help with early detection and response to wildfires. (Photo courtesy of PG&E)

PG&E has begun daily aerial fire and smoke detection patrols across the thousands of miles of its service area, the utility company announced recently.

The patrols by planes assist the U.S. Forest Service, Cal Fire and other local fire agencies with early detection and response, PG&E spokeswoman Deanna Contreras said.

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