If you are a driver, you probably think you are well versed in matters of road safety. Meanwhile, there are many things that need to be wary when you're driving. One case that may catch you by surprise, this fall the power lines. It is important to know what to do in this situation!
Power lines can often fall during or after a storm or strong wind periods. These high voltage line can be a huge risk for both drivers and pedestrians and can be fatal.
Keeping in mind the following tips, you can ensure your own safety and the safety of others in the case of falling power lines.
Stay calm: Do not take a hasty decision
Your first instinct when the power cord comes to your car, most likely, will cause panic. This is understandable, but it is important not to act hastily. Keep calm and sober assessment of the situation.
The most important decision that you will need to take - it is safe if you stay in the car. In a collision with a car guide will electrify the vehicle body. This means that it is imperative that you do not touch any metal part of the car. This can lead to electric shock.
The first thing you need to do is to call the emergency services. They will tell you how to proceed, and will offer their advice on whether you stay in the car. If for any reason you can not contact them by phone, think about the following:
If the car is off, stay in the car. Call and ask for assistance or refer to any witness. Warn bystanders not to approach the machine at a distance of no more than 15 meters or power lines, because the land in the vicinity, probably also electrified.
If you see flames or smoke, you will need to get out of the car. Stay calm and collected, and take the following steps to safely exit the vehicle.
Safe exit: gas station, jump, random selection
Leave the car when it hit an electric cable, it is extremely dangerous, so it is very important to get out of it only when it is absolutely necessary. If you are traveling with a passenger, make sure that you do not panic and do not rush out of the car. To ensure safety when leaving the following steps:
- Caution when leaving the car
Use extreme caution when traveling in the car and do not touch your car's metal parts. Any plastic parts of the car will be safe to the touch, but the metal is likely to electrified and therefore dangerous. With extreme caution, open the door and open it.
Cut your way to the door frame, trying not to touch the surrounding metal of the car design. Squeeze hands and crossed them over his chest. Try to be as compact as possible so that when you exit the machine do not touch any part of the body.
- Jump
Once you're ready, you will need to jump out of the car. It is imperative that both of your feet land on the ground at the same time. If one foot touches the ground (low voltage area) while the other is still touching the car (High voltage area), your body will become a conductor of electricity, and you will be killed electric shock.
Keep your knees bent, and make sure that you carefully jump out of the car. Again, if your feet touch the ground, when your body is still touching the car, you risk getting an electric shock.
What to do next?
Once you are away from the electrified section, it is important to seek help. You need to seek help for themselves, but also to prevent further accidents or injuries in a dangerous stretch of road.
Look for any bystanders or residents and inform them of the fallen power lines. If you do not have your phone or your phone may not be used, ask them to call the police. The police will ensure that the area stays clean up until the specialist will not restore the line, and the neighborhood will not be officially declared safe.