
Spring storms often leave many without power and that can lead to some dangerous situations with electricity. Kentucky Utilities and Louisville Gas and Electric are reminding Kentuckians of the dangers of electricity. The utility has issued a list of safety tips for indoors, outdoors and during power outages. Spokesperson Daniel Lowry said an often-overlooked hazard is an extension cord.
Well, the big thing really is to check your extension cords. And any electrical cords. If they have worn spots, or frayed wires, that's where you need to replace those cords.”