Ontario has seen a sharp rise in power line contacts involving members of the public in recent years, especially during the height of the pandemic.
Bruce Owen, media relations officer for Manitoba Hydro, points out that with "more and more stuff" being put underground, the need to make that call is not going away.Hydro One's Fraser said people should also be aware of how to stay safe in the aftermath of summer storms.
If a downed line is spotted, Fraser and other safety advocates remind the public to keep their distance and to always assume the line remains live. With this in mind, it's important to consider where power lines are located when setting up for these same activities.Crews in a lift work on a damaged transmission tower in Ottawa, in a photo taken after a major storm in May of last year.
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