When ospreys’ nest blows away, SCE gives them shelter.

During the early weeks of February, amateur photographer Chris Epting enjoyed documenting ospreys building their nest atop a power pole near his Huntington Harbour home. It was mating season, and the pair of lovebirds would be welcoming baby chicks in April.

But one morning, Epting noticed with alarm the nest had disappeared. He called Southern California Edison for information.