In Case of an Electrical Emergency<\/h1><\/div><\/i>Electrical Fires<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Electric Shock<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Downed Power Lines<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Vehicle\/Power Line Incidents<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Power Outages<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Lightning<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/i>Electrical Fires<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nElectrical Fires<\/h2>\n
Fires that involve electrical appliances, outlets, or cords are different from other fires. Because water conducts electricity, throwing water on an electrical fire can spread the fire and create a shock hazard. Electricity can travel through the water to you.![\"Burning](\"..\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/burning_electric_outlet-203x300.jpg\")
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Never use water on an electrical fire!<\/strong> Here is what to do instead:<\/p>\n\n- If the fire can be put out safely, use a proper chemical fire extinguisher.<\/li>\n
- If the fire cannot be put out safely, leave the house and do not go back inside.<\/li>\n
- Call 911 and tell them it is an electrical fire.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Electric Shock<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nElectric Shock<\/h2>\n
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If someone has been severely shocked and is apparently injured and unable to move, there’s a chance they may still be in contact with the source of the electricity. Do not touch the shock victim or anything they are touching.<\/strong> You could be shocked as well, or even killed.<\/p>\nTake these steps:<\/p>\n
\n- Turn off the electricity at the circuit breaker or fuse box.<\/li>\n
- Call 911 and tell the operator there has been an electrical accident.<\/li>\n
- When you\u2019re sure the victim is not in contact with the source of electricity and there is no danger, give first aid. Check for signs of circulation (breathing, coughing, or movement).<\/strong> If absent, begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) immediately.<\/li>\n
- Prevent shock.<\/strong> Lay the person down and, if possible, position the head slightly lower than the trunk with the legs elevated. Don’t touch burns, break blisters, or remove burned clothing.<\/li>\n
- Be sure the victim gets medical attention as soon as possible. Electric shock may cause burns inside the body.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Downed Power Lines<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nDowned Power Lines<\/h2>\n
When out driving or walking, be especially alert for downed power lines<\/strong><\/span> after storms or high winds.<\/p>\n![\"Trees](\"..\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/trees-knock-down-power-lines-300x197.png\")
Be especially alert for downed power lines after storms or high winds.<\/em><\/p><\/div>\nShock from downed power lines can injure or kill you, even if the line does not spark or hum. If you see a downed power line, keep your distance. Be especially careful if it has been raining and there is water on the ground. Do not get close to anything that is touching the line, like a tree, fence, or vehicle. Immediately call 911 and Evergy to report the line.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Vehicle\/Power Line Incidents<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nVehicle\/Power Line Incidents<\/h2>\n
If a power line<\/strong><\/span> falls on or near your vehicle, take these steps:![\"Power](\"..\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/down_powerline_on_car-300x292.png\")
<\/p>\n\n- Warn other people to stay away.<\/strong> Call out if you can safely open a window, or wave them away with hand gestures. If you have a working mobile phone, call 911<\/strong> or Evergy for help. If you don\u2019t have a working phone, call out to a passerby and ask them to make the call.<\/li>\n
- If possible, stay in the car<\/strong> until rescue workers arrive. You are safe from electric shock inside the car.<\/li>\n
- If you must leave the car because of fire or other danger, do not step out of the car<\/strong>. If you touch the car and the ground at the same time, you will be shocked. Instead, jump away from the car<\/strong> so that no part of you touches the car and the ground at the same time. Land with your feet together, then shuffle away, keeping both feet on the ground.<\/li>\n
- Do not try to help someone else from the car while you are standing on the ground. If you do, you will become a path for electricity and could be severely injured or killed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Even after you\u2019ve successfully jumped from a car with a power line on or near it, the danger may not be over. Electricity can spread out through the ground in a circle from any downed line. The voltage<\/strong><\/span> drops as you move away from the point of contact. If one part of your body touches a high-voltage zone while another part touches a low-voltage zone, the current can flow through you, giving you a potentially deadly shock. That\u2019s why you should shuffle away from the line, keeping your feet close together.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/i>Power Outages<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nPower Outages<\/h2>\n
Outages can last several hours or even several days, so make a safety kit. Put the items below in your kit to keep your family comfortable and healthy during a power outage.![\"Emergency](\"..\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/supplies-water-flashlight-lantern-batteries-300x200.png\")
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\n- Flashlights (battery-powered or windup)<\/li>\n
- A battery-powered radio<\/li>\n
- Extra batteries for flashlights and radio<\/li>\n
- A three-day supply of bottled water<\/li>\n
- Canned and dried foods enough for three days<\/li>\n
- A manual can opener<\/li>\n
- Blankets<\/li>\n
- First aid supplies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Replace batteries, food, and water once a year. Make sure everyone in your family knows where the kit is stored.<\/p>\n
Outage Safety Checklist<\/h3>\n
Print the Outage Safety Checklist<\/a> to keep on hand in case your power goes out.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Electrical Fires<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Electric Shock<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Downed Power Lines<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Vehicle\/Power Line Incidents<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Power Outages<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Lightning<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
<\/i>Electrical Fires<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nElectrical Fires<\/h2>\n
Fires that involve electrical appliances, outlets, or cords are different from other fires. Because water conducts electricity, throwing water on an electrical fire can spread the fire and create a shock hazard. Electricity can travel through the water to you.
<\/p>\nNever use water on an electrical fire!<\/strong> Here is what to do instead:<\/p>\n
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- If the fire can be put out safely, use a proper chemical fire extinguisher.<\/li>\n
- If the fire cannot be put out safely, leave the house and do not go back inside.<\/li>\n
- Call 911 and tell them it is an electrical fire.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Electric Shock<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nElectric Shock<\/h2>\n
If someone has been severely shocked and is apparently injured and unable to move, there’s a chance they may still be in contact with the source of the electricity. Do not touch the shock victim or anything they are touching.<\/strong> You could be shocked as well, or even killed.<\/p>\nTake these steps:<\/p>\n
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- Turn off the electricity at the circuit breaker or fuse box.<\/li>\n
- Call 911 and tell the operator there has been an electrical accident.<\/li>\n
- When you\u2019re sure the victim is not in contact with the source of electricity and there is no danger, give first aid. Check for signs of circulation (breathing, coughing, or movement).<\/strong> If absent, begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) immediately.<\/li>\n
- Prevent shock.<\/strong> Lay the person down and, if possible, position the head slightly lower than the trunk with the legs elevated. Don’t touch burns, break blisters, or remove burned clothing.<\/li>\n
- Be sure the victim gets medical attention as soon as possible. Electric shock may cause burns inside the body.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Downed Power Lines<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nDowned Power Lines<\/h2>\n
When out driving or walking, be especially alert for downed power lines<\/strong><\/span> after storms or high winds.<\/p>\n
Be especially alert for downed power lines after storms or high winds.<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n
Shock from downed power lines can injure or kill you, even if the line does not spark or hum. If you see a downed power line, keep your distance. Be especially careful if it has been raining and there is water on the ground. Do not get close to anything that is touching the line, like a tree, fence, or vehicle. Immediately call 911 and Evergy to report the line.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Vehicle\/Power Line Incidents<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nVehicle\/Power Line Incidents<\/h2>\n
If a power line<\/strong><\/span> falls on or near your vehicle, take these steps:
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- Warn other people to stay away.<\/strong> Call out if you can safely open a window, or wave them away with hand gestures. If you have a working mobile phone, call 911<\/strong> or Evergy for help. If you don\u2019t have a working phone, call out to a passerby and ask them to make the call.<\/li>\n
- If possible, stay in the car<\/strong> until rescue workers arrive. You are safe from electric shock inside the car.<\/li>\n
- If you must leave the car because of fire or other danger, do not step out of the car<\/strong>. If you touch the car and the ground at the same time, you will be shocked. Instead, jump away from the car<\/strong> so that no part of you touches the car and the ground at the same time. Land with your feet together, then shuffle away, keeping both feet on the ground.<\/li>\n
- Do not try to help someone else from the car while you are standing on the ground. If you do, you will become a path for electricity and could be severely injured or killed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Even after you\u2019ve successfully jumped from a car with a power line on or near it, the danger may not be over. Electricity can spread out through the ground in a circle from any downed line. The voltage<\/strong><\/span> drops as you move away from the point of contact. If one part of your body touches a high-voltage zone while another part touches a low-voltage zone, the current can flow through you, giving you a potentially deadly shock. That\u2019s why you should shuffle away from the line, keeping your feet close together.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Power Outages<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nPower Outages<\/h2>\n
Outages can last several hours or even several days, so make a safety kit. Put the items below in your kit to keep your family comfortable and healthy during a power outage.
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- Flashlights (battery-powered or windup)<\/li>\n
- A battery-powered radio<\/li>\n
- Extra batteries for flashlights and radio<\/li>\n
- A three-day supply of bottled water<\/li>\n
- Canned and dried foods enough for three days<\/li>\n
- A manual can opener<\/li>\n
- Blankets<\/li>\n
- First aid supplies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Replace batteries, food, and water once a year. Make sure everyone in your family knows where the kit is stored.<\/p>\n
Outage Safety Checklist<\/h3>\n
Print the Outage Safety Checklist<\/a> to keep on hand in case your power goes out.<\/p>\n<\/div>
- If possible, stay in the car<\/strong> until rescue workers arrive. You are safe from electric shock inside the car.<\/li>\n
- Warn other people to stay away.<\/strong> Call out if you can safely open a window, or wave them away with hand gestures. If you have a working mobile phone, call 911<\/strong> or Evergy for help. If you don\u2019t have a working phone, call out to a passerby and ask them to make the call.<\/li>\n
- Prevent shock.<\/strong> Lay the person down and, if possible, position the head slightly lower than the trunk with the legs elevated. Don’t touch burns, break blisters, or remove burned clothing.<\/li>\n
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