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Here's what should you do if powerlines fall on your vehicle during monsoon

SRP said if you come across a downed powerline, always assume it is electrically charged. Do not touch them. Call 911 right away.

TEMPE, Ariz. — There are a lot of safety hazards to be aware of during monsoon. Some can cause serious injury, even death. 

In addition to flash flooding risks and objects that might unexpectedly blow into the road while driving, another big concern is downed powerlines. 

SRP said if you come across a downed powerline, always assume it is electrically charged. Do not touch them. Call 911 right away.

If powerlines fall on your vehicle, SRP Health and Safety Specialist Shephard Jackson said it's best to stay inside of your vehicle. If you have to exit your vehicle because of something like flash flooding or a fire, avoid making contact with the vehicle and ground at the same time. 

Jump from your vehicle and land with both feet together. Then shuffle or hop away, keeping both feet in contact with each other until you're at least 100 feet from the vehicle. Running could cause electric shock. 

Call 911 when you're a safe distance away. 

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