- If you see a downed power line, stay at least 35 feet away and immediately call 9-1-1.
- Never touch a downed power line, even if you don’t see sparks.
- If someone is touching a downed power line, do not touch that person.
- If you come across a car that has hit a utility pole, stay away; it may have a downed power line on it.
- If you are inside a car that has a downed line on it, call 911 and stay put until help arrives.
- If you have to leave the car for emergency reasons — such as a fire — jump out with both feet together, being certain to never touch the car and the ground at the same time.
