Whetstone Valley Electric Cooperative Urges People to Use Caution When Working Near Power Lines

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With spring planting getting underway Whetstone Valley Electric Cooperative is urging farmers and others who may be working near power lines to use extra caution to avoid coming in contact with overhead lines. Dave Page, General Manager for Whetstone Valley Electric Cooperative in Milbank says anyone using motorized equipment near overhead power lines may potentially be at risk for coming in contact with those lines without realizing the danger that exists…

As mentioned, one of the key things that makes electrical safety a growing concern these days is the size of the equipment that is used by today’s farmers as Dave explains…


Dave also talks about another key issue that typically comes into play when it comes to dealing with electrical safety…

Dave also talks about another key thing which people, in general, need to keep in mind when it comes to electrical safety…

When it comes to electrical safety, Whetstone Valley Electric Cooperative reminds everyone it’s better to use common sense and avoid situations which potentially may lead to personal injury or even death.