Steel Mast Near Power Line Raises Safety Concerns in Burnley
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- Engineers safely removed a steel mast near Burnley's high-voltage line.
- The mast's proximity to a 132,000-volt line posed electrocution risks.
- Power was cut to dismantle the mast safely under expert oversight.
- Electricity could potentially 'jump' one meter to the mast, sparking danger.
- No fatalities occurred, but the incident raised major safety concerns.
- Electricity North West warned of high-voltage line dangers and urged caution.
- Burnley Borough Council was contacted for comments on the situation.