Why Would Running from a Downed Power Line Kill You?

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Did you know that running away from a downed power line could actually increase your risk of electrocution? 😱 It all comes down to something called Step Potential, a voltage difference that forms around an energized conductor on the ground. When a power line touches the earth, it creates a voltage gradient that spreads outward. The closer you are to the source, the higher the voltage. But the scary part is if you walk or run away, each step puts your feet at different voltages, allowing deadly current to flow through your body! So, what’s the right way to escape? Slide your feet! 🦶 By keeping your feet close together and shuffling, you minimize the difference in voltage and reduce the risk of electrocution. Linemen are trained to do this, and now you know why! Understanding step potential is crucial for electricians, first responders, and everyday people who might encounter downed power lines. Whether you're a homeowner, DIYer, or a pro in the trade, knowing this could save your life. ⚠️ Remember: Never assume a downed power line is dead. Call the power company and stay put until help arrives. ⚠️ 🤘⚡️EU Learning System⚡️🤘 For Individuals --- https://electricianu.com/learning-system-for-individuals/ For Businesses --- https://electricianu.com/learning-system-for-businesses/ -Video courses on every side of the electrical trade (theory, code, safety, wiring, install, troubleshooting, leadership, and more) -Practice exams for 2017, 2020, 2023 code -YouTube videos categorized and searchable -Audio lessons -Forum -Business version has admin portal and ability to assign learning to technicians and monitor progress -Any business size from 2 techs to 2,000! 🎓💡CONTINUING EDUCATION💡🎓 Sign up here --- https://electricianu.com/electrician-continuing-education-online-electrician-u/ -State Approved -Video Based ✍📝PRACTICE EXAMS📝✍ Get them here --- https://electricianu.com/electrician-exam-practice-tests/ -2017, 2020, and 2023 NEC versions -Online Residential Wireman Exam -Online Journeyman Exam -Online Master Exam -300 Question Online Code Cannon (not license specific, all code) -Take as many times as you want -All of the above come with printable PDFs 🎤🎧PODCAST🎧🎤 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ldCwdxhWnT0R3nne96XjC?si=a42a98b83c3549fc&nd=1 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/electrician-u/id1583270265 📱👍SOCIALS👍📱 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@electricianu Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/electrician_u/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheElectricianU/ Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/r/ElectricianU/ Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ElectricianU Discord - https://www.discord.gg/electricianu 🎧🎹Music, Editing, and Videography by Drake Descant and Rob LeBlanc🎹🎧 #electrician #electrical #electricity