PEA warns against using electricity during the rainy season

The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) is concerned about the safety of people’s lives and properties. When it comes to the rainy season of every year There is often a gust of wind. thunderstorm and cause an electrical accident or endanger the lives and property of the people for safety There are instructions on how to use electricity correctly and safely during the rainy season as follows:

• when a thunderstorm Do not use any kind of electrical equipment. and if the appliance gets wet When to use it should be wiped or dried first. to prevent short-circuit current within electrical appliances
• when the body is wet Do not touch live parts as this may cause leakage. Because the resistance of wet skin is greatly reduced. Make electricity flow through the body easily. An electric shock can be fatal.
• should be equipped with grounding to prevent electric leakage And if you need to use electricity while your body is wet, such as using a water heater In addition to installing the ground also have to install electric leakage cutting machine To enhance the safe operation of the ground wire as well.
• Examine the trees near the power lines. If there are branches too close or expected when the wind blows. May cause the branches to lean to touch the electrical wires. If a tree is broken or fell on the power line, notify the local PEA to take corrective action.
• Cooperate in cutting down trees or cutting branches that are obstructing the electric pole line. Electrical wires and power poles You should not cut down the trees yourself. because it may be electrocuted
• If you find a branch that fell over or crosses a high voltage cable. Do not approach as there may be a leakage of electricity. Immediately notify the local PEA. to take corrective action

However, if the distribution system or electrical equipment is found to be damaged notify the staff PEA near home for immediate correction or call. 1129 PEA Contact Center Power User Information Center throughout 24 hours or notify via the application PEA Smart Plus

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