Lines down? Stay away.
Fallen power lines? Stay away, stay safe
- Call 0800 10 40 40 or 111 immediately
- Treat all lines as live until advised by Northpower
- Keep everyone and animals at least 10 metres away
- Never attempt to touch or move a fallen line or objects near it
- Do not assume fallen or low lines are telephone lines
Power lines on vehicles? Stay inside, stay safe
If a vehicle is involved in an accident where power lines have fallen down, here’s how you can stay safe:
- Call 111 and wait for Northpower to make the area safe
- If you have to get out, jump clear with both feet together and shuffle at least 10 metres away
- Never touch the vehicle and the ground at the same time
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