Call before you dig: April is Safe Digging Awareness Month

MONTGOMERY, Ala. -April is Safe Digging Awareness Month , which reminds people that a number of pipelines, wires, and cables are buried in the ground beneath and around their homes.

Homeowners planning outdoor projects, such as landscaping, installing a fence, or adding a deck to their home, are encouraged to call 811 first. Knowing where underground utility lines are buried before you start a project can protect you from the risk of serious bodily injury, service disruptions, and unnecessary repairs due to damaged gas, electric, communications, water, and sewer lines.

The service is free and required by law before any excavation can begin. Once a utility company is notified, the company will send a representative to your property to mark underground lines with paint and flags.Not reading this story on the WSFA News App? Get news alerts FASTER and FREE in the

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