Based on the information disseminated by the National Environmental Agency and the short text message provided by 112, a sharp deterioration in the weather is expected.
A sharp change in the weather has a significant impact on electricity facilities, especially overhead power lines. “ENERGO-PRO Georgia” calls on its customers to exercise special caution in the event of a storm or other natural disaster to prevent electrical injuries.
Given the specifics of the activity, we provide you with useful and practical safety tips as a guide during natural disasters:
- If you appear in an area where a storm is raging, stay as far away as possible from power lines, electric poles, transformer substations and other facilities that are part of the electricity distribution network;
- If you notice a torn wire, do not approach it closer than 10 meters and take measures to prevent third parties from entering the danger zone. Contact the “ENERGO-PRO Georgia” hotline at +995322471707 or the Public Safety Management Center - 112 in a timely manner;
- Do not approach broken power lines. If, in the interests of public safety, it is necessary to move the power line and it is impossible to wait for the arrival of specialized groups, this should be done with extreme caution, using a plastic or dry wooden object at least 2 meters long;
- Do not touch metal structures, fences, railings and other metal barriers during a thunderstorm;
- If you are at home during a thunderstorm, it is advisable to turn off electrical appliances, e.g. TV, computer, air conditioner, refrigerator, etc.
By being careful and following safety rules, it will be possible to avoid accidents that involve the risks of injury or death of people, which will also save time for restoring electricity supply to the customers.
“ENERGO-PRO Georgia” once again calls on all companies that own large-sized special machinery and equipment to strictly follow safety rules and work with caution near power lines.
In the event of a crisis situation related to worsening climatic conditions, consumers should be aware that they may encounter difficulties when contacting the 24-hour call center of “ENERGO-PRO Georgia”. In case of excessive load on telephone lines, the company mobilizes additional personnel to regulate existing processes. Information about the current state of the electricity distribution network will be regularly published on the company's website.
