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If you see a downed line, stay away from it. Call Pee Dee Electric or 911. |
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If a power line falls on your car during a storm or accident and you are in the vehicle, stay
put. Don't leave the vehicle until a trained crew removes the line. |
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Warn your children of the dangers in playing around electric lines, esp.
when it comes to kite flying and tree climbing. |
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Before planting trees or shrubs, call the NC One Call Center to make sure you will not dig
into a buried utility line. This number is 1-800-632-4949. |
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Never allow an aluminum tv antenna to come in contact with a power line. Have
a professional put the antenna on the roof. |
| Don't forget the dangers of aluminum ladders. Steer them clear of overhead lines. |
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Pee Dee Electric recommends that you plant trees at least 20 feet away from overhead lines. |
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If a tree limb or other object falls on an electric line, don't touch the object or the line.
Current can flow through objects that come in contact with power lines. If you touch it, the current can flow through you! |
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Look up! Some farm equipment is so tall it may come in contact with electric lines;
which may cause electrocution. |
