August 11: National 811 Day; Call before you dig
By Jarmarlon Thompkins
KNOE-TV 8
August 11 is National 811 Day. The day serves as a reminder for residents of Louisiana to always call 811 before digging, so utility companies can mark utility lines on your property. Officials say this is an important step that needs to be done to prevent injury, death, power outages, or hefty fines.
Damage to an underground utility line happens every few minutes due to someone digging without first contacting 811, officials say. When you dial 811, you will be connected to a Louisiana One Call system operator, who will get some information from you and notify the appropriate utility companies in your area.