Vehicles Contacting Utility Poles: Imminent Danger

If a vehicle has contacted a utility pole, there is imminent danger such as a fire, and occupants must exit the vehicle, instruct them on using the jump and shuffle technique. Explain and demonstrate the steps from a safe distance:

• Do not step out of the vehicle, and do not touch the vehicle and the ground at the same time.
• Jump clear of the vehicle, landing with feet together.
• Shuffle away with small steps, keeping your feet close together and on the ground at all times.