TNPDCL issues northeast monsoon safety advisory
The Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) has issued a comprehensive safety advisory for the public during the northeast monsoon. The advisory urges precautions against electrical accidents, including avoiding snapped power lines, damaged poles, and using electrical appliances during thunderstorms. It also recommends proper earthing and installing residual current circuit breakers.
Why it matters
This advisory is crucial for public safety, aiming to prevent electrical accidents and fatalities during the monsoon season when risks are heightened. It educates residents on essential precautions, reducing strain on emergency services and protecting lives.
TNPDCL issues northeast monsoon safety advisory Coimbatore The Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) has issued a safety advisory urging the public to take precautions against electrical accidents during the northeast monsoon. In a press release on Monday, G. Santhanayagi, Superintending Engineer, Coimbatore Electricity Distribution Circle (Metro), advised people not to approach or touch snapped power lines, damaged electricity poles or sagging wires. Such hazards should be reported to the nearest electricity board office or Minnagam, the 24-hour consumer service centre, at 94987 94987. Residents should stay away from transformers, electricity poles and distribution boxes, particularly when water has accumulated around them. They should not attempt to remove fallen tree branches from power lines or cut branches near overhead wires themselves.
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