As summer brings more outdoor fun, Ameren is reminding families about the importance of electrical safety. With children spending extra time outside, the utility company recommends keeping kites, drones, and other flying toys well away from power lines. Parents are also encouraged to teach kids to steer clear of utility poles and substations and never to approach a downed wire, no matter the situation. Ameren highlights that these simple precautions can prevent serious accidents. For more helpful safety tips and resources to share with children, Ameren invites the public to visit their official website. Stay safe while enjoying the sunny season.
“More than ever, young people are operating devices and technologies – like drones – that can come into contact with overhead electrical equipment,” said Brian Brackney, director of safety for Ameren. “We are encouraging parents to talk to kids about the dangers of overhead power lines and surrounding electrical equipment and remind them to stay away.”
