Downed Lines? Stay 100 ft. Away and Call 911
Dangerous weather conditions, including Santa Ana wind events and stormy weather, can cause power lines to fall. Downed power lines near water can electrify puddles, wet grass and the surrounding area. Don’t approach or touch anyone or anything in contact with a downed power line. Never attempt to extinguish a fire near a downed power line — stay 100 ft. away and call 911 immediately.
Safety Numbers to Remember
For an electrical emergency, such as downed power lines, call 911.
To report an outage or a public safety hazard, including an object caught in power lines, call 1-800-611-1911.
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