In yet another example of why personal responsibility matters, thousands of Las Vegas residents found themselves in the dark last night after mylar balloons became entangled in NV Energy’s infrastructure. According to NV Energy, the incident at a downtown substation led to a power outage impacting more than 10,000 customers.

Crews were quick to respond, working efficiently to remove the debris and restore power. But the message from NV Energy is clear: these incidents are preventable. Mylar balloons, often used in celebrations, contain a metallic lining that can disrupt electrical equipment when they make contact.

With power grids already under pressure due to rising demand, NV Energy is urging customers to be more mindful when handling these seemingly harmless decorations. Their key safety tips include:

• Always tether mylar balloons to avoid them floating away.

• Deflate and puncture balloons before disposing of them.

• Never attempt to remove a balloon caught in power lines—report it immediately to NV Energy.

This is not the first time an innocent oversight has led to widespread inconvenience. As power reliability becomes an increasing concern, simple precautions can help avoid costly outages.

NV Energy is reminding residents that safeguarding infrastructure isn’t just a corporate responsibility—it’s a community effort. A single careless action can leave thousands in the dark.

For outage updates and safety tips, follow NV Energy on X (formerly Twitter).

Source: NV Energy

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