Mylar balloons were outlawed in recent legislation that was unanimously passed and then signed into law by California Governor Gavin Newsom. The reason for this ban was due to the balloons being a ...

Mylar, or foil, balloons crossing paths with power lines caused 376 outages in Pacific Gas and Electric Company's service area last year, cutting power to more than 179,000 homes and businesses ...

Feb. 12—Love is in the air this week, but power providers are asking New Mexicans to keep it away from their lines. Mylar balloons, those shiny tokens of affection often sent to sweethearts on ...

The impacts of the lighter-than-air balloons getting away are no laughing matter. Since 2022, there have been 56 power outages in IID's service area due to Mylar balloon contact, including one ...

In 2014, drifting Mylar balloons briefly knocked out power to nearly 18,000 South Sacramento customers. Balloons caused a similar power outage in Elk Grove in 2015.

What to Do If you happen to spot any mylar balloons tangled in power lines, call SoCalEdison at 1-800-611-1911. Safety Tips Metallic balloons should always be tied to a weight. Stores and vendors ...

With the City Council scheduled to vote to end the sale of Mylar balloons filled with helium at 7 p.m. on Aug. 5 at City Hall, Florian said she plans to renew her push for the plastic bag and Styro… ...

Mylar balloons are colorful, festive decorations, however, they can also pose a safety hazard to the electric system if they’re outdoors and not securely tied down. San Diego Gas & Electric is ...