Kenya Power is planning to launch a programme to sensitise Kiambu residents on the safe handling of electricity.
Speaking on Friday in Kiambu, the company's Kiambu regional manager Mr Michael Kamau said they would work with the county government of Kiambu to sensitise residents on ways to avoid accidents associated with electricity.
“We have put in place proper mechanisms to teach Kiambu residents about the dangers associated with electricity. We will carry out the exercise soon in collaboration with the county government,” Kamau said.
This comes at a time when a number of electrocution incidents have been reported in the county.
In one incident, one week ago, Stephen Mbugu, 25, was electrocuted at Njunu village in Ndumberi Division while he was cutting a tree near power lines.
In another incident, a month ago, Julius Kimani was electrocuted during a heavy downpour while he was walking home in Kanunga, where faulty live power cables had reportedly fell on the road.
“I call upon residents to report any electrical fault so that our officers can rush and rectify the problem,” appealed Kamau.
He added, “Anybody who wants to cut down trees near power lines should consult our company.”