The Imperial Irrigation District reminds you to keep metallic balloons away from power lines.

With graduation ceremonies and even Father's Day , Mylar balloons are popular gifts but the IID says they can be a problem. The metallic coating on these balloons conduct electricity and can cause a short circuit when the come in contact with power lines. This can lead to large scale power outages , fires and more. The IID suggests that you never release a Mylar balloon outdoors. Keep Mylar balloons away from power lines . use balloon weights and never use metallic ribbon with metallic balloons. Always deflate metallic balloons and dispose of them properly.