Call 911 immediately and inform the operator it’s an electrical emergency. Don’t touch anything or anyone in contact with energized equipment and warn others to stay away. Only if the person is free from the electricity source, administer first aid, including CPR if needed. Get medical help immediately as electrical burns may not be visible.

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Before beginning any project involving digging, always call 811. This includes anything from landscaping and irrigation to fencing and larger trenching projects. This free service is required by law and marks underground utility lines for everyone’s safety. 

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SCE works to keep trees and vegetation away from power lines and other electrical equipment to keep our communities safe. Never attempt to trim or remove trees near power lines. Call SCE at 1-800-655-4555 for help. Our “Make Safe” Program will trim trees a safe distance from power lines, allowing your qualified arborist to carry out any additional work you may require.

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To report trees growing into or near power lines, call 1-800-655-4555.

Call 911. Never throw water on an electrical fire — you could be shocked.

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Always assume a downed power line is energized and dangerous — stay at least 100 feet away. From a safe location, warn others of the hazard, call 911 immediately and inform the operator it’s an electrical emergency. 

Dangerous weather, including wind and storms, can cause power lines to fall and can electrify puddles, wet grass and the surrounding area. Never approach or touch anyone or anything in contact with a downed power line and do not attempt to extinguish a fire near one.

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To learn more about how to read your NEM bill statement, please visit on.sce.com/nembillcalc.