What electrical hazards should you watch for after severe weather?
Short answer: Treat all downed lines and anything touching them as live and stay well clear, assume that wiring, switchboards and appliances that have been wet are unsafe until a licensed electrician has checked them, do not touch metal debris that may be in contact with power and report hazards to your electricity provider or emergency services, because metal conducts electricity and clearing debris near power is a serious risk.
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Always assume they are live, and keep far away until the provider says otherwise.
Wet wiring and appliances
Flooded electrical equipment needs a licensed electrician before use.
Metal conducts
Debris in contact with live equipment can carry current, so do not touch it.
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