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Ameren Illinois Utilities
Ameren Illinois Utilities Warn Boaters in Flooded Areas To Be Aware of Electrical Dangers
July 4th, 2008
Flood waters pose a special hazard to boaters in flooded areas, the Ameren Illinois Utilities warned. Boaters need to exercise extreme caution when moving through areas that have overhead electrical lines because boaters risk serious injury or death if they come into contact with energized lines. Typically, electric distribution lines are at least 18 feet above dry ground. However, in flooded areas those lines may only be several feet above the water, posing a serious risk to boaters who attempt to pass under wires. The Ameren Illinois Utilities urge boaters to be aware of overhead electrical distribution lines and to make certain...
Source: Health Business Week (2008-07-04)
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