Distribution Lines Entergy's Arc & Spark Safety Demonstration © Dr. Ray Franco

The Equipment Used to Simulate a Distribution Line.

Entergy Distribution Safety Officer is wearing Personal Protective Equipment for the Demonstration.

A 7.9 KV Distribution Line will ignite a Green Tree Branch.

When a Downed Distribution Line comes in contact with a Metal Fence, not a lot happens - until someone contacts the Fence!

 

 Arc Tracking on a Fireman's Wooden Pike Pole that is in contact with a Distribution Line.

 A Fully Developed Arc due to a Fireman's Wooden Pike Pole in contact with a Distribution Line.

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