The warning message comes from Electricity North West which operates the power network for the region.

With thousands of school children now enjoying the summer holidays, Electricity North West wants parents, guardians and children to take note of its yellow electricity warning signs and stay away from the power network.

Dan Randles, head of safety and policy at Electricity North West, said: “The summer holiday is an exciting time when families can spend time together and youngsters have the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.

“For their safety, it’s vital they know what is around them and stay clear of the electricity network. Our network is powerful and can be very dangerous. It includes things such as overhead lines, substations and the many pylons and wooden poles. To warn the public to stay clear, we post bright yellow ‘Danger of death’ signs around the network.

“We want youngsters and families to enjoy the outdoors safely, and we ask people to take note of the surroundings and stay away from the network.”

Families are warned to not use equipment such as kites near overhead lines as electricity can travel down the string of a kite. Anglers are asked to look out for overhead lines when casting and if people lose a ball or Frisbee in a substation, they are urged not to retrieve it.

“If belongings end up in a substation or in the vicinity of our network, people need not worry. They can call Electricity North West at no cost on our emergency number 105 and our engineers will retrieve the objects safely,” added Dan.

“I cannot stress enough how powerful the electricity network is and how dangerous it can be, it’s key that parents and guardians take note of the warning signs and explain to youngsters the potential dangers of electricity.”

Anyone who sees anything dangerous in or around the power network should call Electricity North West immediately on 105.