Severe storms, car accidents and public damages are just a few reasons power lines can become damaged or fall. If you see a downed power line, take these actions:

• Consider all power lines energized and deadly.
• Stay at least 50 feet away.
• Call 9-1-1 if in immediate danger, call Central at 
•  405-372-2884 to report it.
• Do not approach it or try 
•  to move the line with another object.
• Do not get out of a vehicle if it is touching the line. 
• Warn others to stay away. 
• Turn around and go another way.
• Never approach a downed powerline. Energized downed lines spread voltages through the ground or nearby objects. If you go near a downed line, you can become electricity’s path to ground. 

For more safety tips, visit safeelectricity.org.