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A new campaign has launched to urge the public to plan ahead to avoid contact with overhead power lines.
The 'Look Out Look Up!' campaign launched after an increase in the number of incidents in farms and fields.
NIE Networks is supporting the campaign and has issued advice for the agricultural and other sectors, such as construction and road haulage, whose work may take place near overhead power lines.
A spokesperson from the firm said: "It is crucial that farmers, farm workers and contractors understand that when overhead power lines are damaged or fall to the ground, they should stay well away and contact NIE Networks immediately on 03457 643 643.
"Know what to do if you come into contact with an overhead power line - if contact is made when you're in a vehicle, stay in the cab and try to drive clear. If it is not safe to stay in the vehicle, jump clear of the machine, move away and don’t touch it once on the ground."
(CD/LM)
