Toledo Edison recently told Sylvania Township that a helicopter may be seen in the area as the utility begins what is estimated to be a three-week inspection of power lines in the area, the township announced.

Similar announcements were made by Perrysburg and Whitehouse.

The inspections are regularly scheduled, and the helicopters have specialized equipment to check for damage or other problems with power lines, structures, or any property of the utility, Sylvania Township reported on its website.

"The helicopter will travel slowly, but may periodically hover for an inspector to get a closer look if a potential issue is detected," the announcement stated. "Toledo Edison issues the advisory because the flights have caused curiosity and sometimes concern on the part of the public in the past."

First Published January 23, 2022, 9:37 p.m.