State the visible scope

Identify which faces, edges and connections are actually resolved. A component may appear present without its attachments being visible. Motion blur or a dark background can conceal local loss, while perspective can make a sound blade look bent. Compare suitable pre-event images where available. Do not treat the absence of a visible defect below the image resolution as evidence that the defect does not exist.

Connect inspection needs to the event

A suspected debris impact, lightning event and high-wind exposure do not create identical concerns. Ask which physical mechanisms are plausible and which locations the photograph cannot examine. Composite subsurface damage and concealed mounting condition require a different evidence boundary from an external silhouette. The next method should answer that specific gap rather than collect another similar distant view with the same limitations.

The question should be phrased as which specified storm consequences were assessed, rather than whether the turbine looks normal. That makes the evidence gap concrete: an unresolved attachment, obscured blade face or suspected internal effect can each require a different next method.

Use a qualified release decision

The operating response must follow the equipment and site instructions while the condition remains unresolved. Do not infer permission to approach from an apparently stable image or run the rotor to improve the viewing angle. An engineer or authorized service reviewer should specify whether remote evidence is sufficient for the stated question. No MARSTON storm-survival limit or photo-only acceptance criterion is established by this page.