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Protect your kids from outdoor electrical hazards

July 28, 2020 – COVID-19 has forced the world to limit outings and stay at home. Many people are embracing the outdoors as a means of getting sunshine, exercise and shaking off cabin fever. No one loves the outdoors and summertime like kids! As kids explore the outdoors, it is imperative for parents to remind kiddos of the following outdoor electric safety rules:

  • Kids should keep an eye out for overhead power lines and electrical equipment, and never climb on or play near either.
    • Avoid climbing trees near power lines. Even if a tree doesn’t seem to be touching a power line but is near one, that branch could make contact if more weight is added to a branch.
    • Only fly kites and remote-controlled airplanes in large open areas far away from power lines. If your kite happens to get stuck in a tree near power lines, do not climb it to free your kite. Call your electric utility for help. If you are an LCEC customer, please call 239-656-2300. It is also important to never fly a kite when a thunderstorm is looming.
    • Never, ever climb a utility pole or tower. Electricity is carried through utility poles and towers and has the potential to kill.
    • Steer clear of electric substations which house dangerous, high-voltage equipment. If a pet or toy makes it inside of a substation, call you utility provider immediately.
    • Water and electricity do not mix!!

Visit lcec.net for more information on electrical safety and more! LCEC wishes all kids a happy and safe end of summer!

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