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Here's what happens when metallic balloons touch power lines, PG&E warns

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metallic balloons conduct electricity, which could spell big trouble if they float into power lines. Metallic balloons on power lines were the cause of 332 power outages for PG&E in 2023, according to the company. The average outage caused by a balloon lasted about 83 minutes.
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Here's what happens when metallic balloons touch power lines, PG&E warns

This Valentine’s Day, Pacific Gas & Electric, one of the country’s largest power companies, is warning people on why it’s a bad idea to let metallic balloons fly into the air.

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