Residents of the Los Angeles Air Force Base’s housing at Fort MacArthur, Pacific Crest and Pacific Heights located in San Pedro, Calif., can soon enjoy a safer and greener environment throughout the night due to the installation of solar-powered perimeter security lighting. The city of San Pedro, where many base personnel and military families live, is located approximately 20 miles south of the main base.
The San Pedro Photo Voltaic Security Lighting Project began in January of this year and is currently scheduled for completion by the end of the year. Originally scheduled for September completion, the addition of more lighting, enhancement to the original design, and availability of supplies necessitated the construction extension.
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