Summer Storms

Extreme weather like storms, high winds and heat can cause damage to the power network. In these situations stay safe inside and report power interruptions to
13 62 62.

Remember in the heat, if you're not using an air conditioner, keep your doors and windows open and drink plenty of water.

prepare for summer

During storms, unsecured items can be blown into overhead powerlines, causing not only a risk of injury or damage to property, but also causing electricity interruptions or live powerlines to fall to the ground. Fallen powerlines can be deadly.

Just doing a few simple things around the home before the summer storms hit is the easy way to prevent problems and keep your home and loved ones safe from danger.

what things can become air borne?

Take a look around your home and see if you can identify any potential hazards, such as:

Overgrown tree branches
Outdoor furniture and umbrellas
Corrugated roofing iron

Garden debris
Garden tools
Outdoor toys

If you have an overhead power supply, check that the wire coming into your house from the street is clear from contact with trees and branches. Do not attempt to prune trees in or near powerlines. If you are concerned that a tree is too close to a powerline, call ENERGEX on 13 12 53.

Trimming overgrown tree branches and removing or securing loose items outside your home will ensure you're prepared for storm season.

more storm related information

Disclaimer

This is not an exhaustive list of all safety matters that need to be considered. Whilst care is taken in the preparation of this material, ENERGEX does not guarantee the accuracy and completeness of information.

ENERGEX will not be responsible for any loss, damage or costs incurred as a result of any errors omissions or misrepresentations in relation to the material in this document or for any possible actions ensuing from information contained above.