Safety Tips: Downed Power Lines

Power lines may look safe, but they can be deadly. Always assume power lines on the ground or overhead, are energized and dangerous. Stay at least 25 feet away from power lines and anything they may be touching. Report down power lines http://www.consumersenergy.com/outage

Don't take chances! Even if a sagging or broken wire on the ground isn't sparking, it could still be deadly. Do not touch anything a down wire is touching, including water, trees, debris or fences.

Stay Away and Stay Alive. If