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July 9th thru the 13th
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Summer Storm
Safety Tips
In
addition to warm weather, summer time can also bring the occasional summer
storm. Rain and lightning associated
with thunderstorms can present us with a variety of fire hazards.
The Glenside Fire District encourages you to use the following safety
tips to help protect you, your family and your home from the potential threat of
fire during or after a storm.
·
If you see a downed power line, call 911.
Avoid driving over downed lines and avoid any pools or puddles of water
near them.
·
Generators are often used during power outages.
Generators that are not properly used and maintained can be very
hazardous. Plug only individual
appliances into generators; never connect a generator to wall outlets or your
homes electrical service.
·
If your home has sustained flood or water damage, and you can
safely get to the main breaker or fuse box, turn off the power.
Appliances that have been exposed to water can short and become a fire
hazard.
·
Assume all wires on the ground are electrically charged.
This includes cable TV feeds.
·
Remove standing water, wet carpets and furnishings.
Air-dry your home with good ventilation before restoring power and have a
licensed electrician check your home for damage.
·
If you lose power, advise Commonwealth Edison at 1 (800) EDISON1.
