TTEC warns of electrocution in floods

THE TT Electricity Commission (TTEC) has advised citizens who have experienced flooding in their homes they should exercise extreme caution when walking or standing in flood waters as they could be at risk for shock or electrocution.

TTEC in a release yesterday strongly advised members of the public to turn off any electrical outlet or connection that has been or is likely to be breached by water. This can be done by turning off the breaker switch for that individual outlet.

“To not do so increases the risk of shock/ electrocution as water is a conductor for electricity and if there is electricity in the outlet/connection any person standing in the water will be in danger. Similarly, standing on a wet surface and handling electrical equipment such as cords, power tools, plugs, outlets exposes you to the same danger. Members of the public are therefore urged to be extremely cautious and take every precaution to protect themselves from the life threatening danger.”