BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — As families continue to celebrate their graduates across Kern County, PG&E is sending a warning against releasing balloons during the festivities.
The utility says metallic balloons can pose serious safety risks when they hit power lines, even causing power outages in some cases.
PG&E Spokesperson Jeff Smith joined ARC Bakersfield to talk about the dangers of releasing balloons and share how families can celebrate safely.
More information about balloon safety can be found at pgecorp.com.