Safety First

1. Balloons & Kites

   In the past, balloons have caused thousands of dollars of damage when they have contacted power lines. When balloons contact power lines, they short out conductors, causing power outages, voltage fluctuations, and electrical fires.

2. Circuit Breakers (PDF)

   Before you call Alameda Municipal Power about a problem with your electricity in your home, you should check your circuit breakers.

3. Extension Cords

   The next time you reach for an extension cord, remember this: just because a particular cord is long enough, it’s not necessarily the right one for the job.

4. Portable Generators

   If you own an electric generator, either portable or permanently installed, you could save a life by connecting and using it properly. If used incorrectly, these generators can be fatal.

5. Space Heaters

   Using an electric space heater can be an effective way to keep warm, but it is not without its hazards and costs. Electric space heaters must be used safely. More than 25,000 fires and 300 deaths are caused by the improper use of electric heaters every year.