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Foil balloons, drones, fireworks and power lines don't mix
AKRON, Ohio, May 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of National Electrical Safety Month and the unofficial start of summer on Memorial Day, FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) is urging the public to keep safety top of mind. Celebrating responsibly around potential electrical hazards while participating in outdoor activities will help keep customers safe and the electricity flowing reliably this summer season.
Chad Stoneking, Director of Safety Operations at FirstEnergy: "Summer is a time for celebrations and having fun outdoors. But as we do so, we need to be sure that we are putting safety first to protect ourselves, our property and the electric grid. Keeping aware of your surroundings and making responsible decisions can help prevent unnecessary disruptions to your electric service during a time when many people rely on their air conditioning to stay cool and comfortable."
The Electrical Safety Foundation organizes National Electrical Safety Month to emphasize the importance of electrical safety in all aspects and seasons. Early summer is a prime time for graduation parties, weddings and holiday celebrations, such as Memorial Day and Independence Day, that feature items that can be hazardous to the electric grid. For example, foil balloons and fireworks can create safety issues and cause major damage to the electric system when they are used near power lines and electrical equipment.
The metallic coating of foil balloons, which have increased in popularity, conducts electricity and causes power outages when they drift into power lines or electrical equipment. In recent months, foil balloons were to blame for more than 35 power outages across FirstEnergy's six-state service area.
Customers should securely tie helium-filled foil balloons to a weight heavy enough to prevent them from floating away, and puncture and deflate them once they are no longer in use, as they can otherwise stay inflated for several weeks. Never release them into the sky.
FirstEnergy also encourages customers to leave the large, colorful fireworks displays to the professionals. Extra caution should be used when handling fireworks, firecrackers and rockets at home, and they should only be lit in open areas where no power lines are in sight. Should a firework accidentally come in contact with a power line or equipment, leave it alone and immediately call 911 to report the problem.
To help ensure holidays and celebrations are enjoyed responsibly, customers should keep the additional outdoor safety tips in mind:
To get familiarized with drone safety, the public can visit FirstEnergy's Drone Safety Zone, the first video game of its kind in the utility industry that allows players to learn current rules and best practices for drone operators while racing against others.
To learn more about FirstEnergy's "Stop. Look. Live." safety campaign, visit www.firstenergycorp.com/publicsafety.
FirstEnergy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its electric distribution companies form one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, serving customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York. The company's transmission subsidiaries operate approximately 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. Visit FirstEnergy online at firstenergycorp.com and follow FirstEnergy and its electric companies on X, formerly known as Twitter, @FirstEnergyCorp, @OhioEdison, @ToledoEdison, @IlluminatingCo, @W_Penn_Power, @Penn_Power, @Penelec, @Met_Ed, @JCP_L, @PotomacEdison, @MonPowerWV.
Editor's Note: A video discussing the hazards posed by foil balloons and tips for safe disposal is available here on FirstEnergy's YouTube channel. B-Roll can be found here.
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SOURCE FirstEnergy Corp.
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