Pepco, a Washington D.C. energy company, has admitted fault in the electrocution of two dogs that occurred back in January. The company found that a fault in a degraded secondary cable led to the sidewalk and nearby objects becoming energized, resulting in the tragic deaths of the dogs. One of the dog owners, Ben Mason, spoke out about the incident, expressing his grief over the loss of his beloved pet, Chili, a pure-bred English Lab. Mason described the heart-wrenching scene of Chili having an uncontrollable seizure after stepping on the sidewalk and the futile attempts to save her. Despite the devastating loss, Mason stated that he does not plan to seek legal action against Pepco but wishes he could have his dog back.
Pepco conducted a thorough investigation following the incident, working with industry peers and third-party experts to identify the cause of the electrocution. The company has taken responsibility for the faulty conditions that led to the voltage entering the environment and has implemented measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. Pepco has inspected for more voltage issues in the downtown D.C. area and found none, demonstrating their commitment to ensuring the safety of their customers, communities, and employees. The company is updating its reporting systems and training programs to enhance its response procedures for inspecting, detecting, and addressing stray and contact voltage issues.
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