FOLLOW THESE TIPS TO STAY SAFE:

Assume all power lines are energized and dangerous. Even lines that are de-energized could become energized at any time.

Never touch a downed power line! Never touch a person or object that is touching a power line. A downed power line may not be a dead line. It could cause serious injury or death.

If someone is injured as a result of contact with electric current, do not try to assist him or her. You could be injured or killed. Call 911.

If a power line falls across your vehicle while you are in it, stay inside until help arrives.

Call 911 immediately to report a downed power line. Then call your electric cooperative.

Learn what to do when a disaster strikes at www.bereadyiowa.org.