Tomorrow is National 811 Day

Some numbers you know by heart. 811 should be one of them. In case of emergencies you call 911, but to prevent certain emergencies you call 811. It’s the Call 811 Before You Dig number to get your underground gas, electric, water, cable and phone lines located and marked before any digging occurs on your property. National 811 Day is tomorrow, Tuesday, August 11 (8/11). It’s a perfect time to remember to always Call 811 to have your utilities marked before you or your contractor do any digging. That prevents damage to underground utilities and keeps you and your neighbors safe. 811, the number you need to know and remember. (National 811 Day is promoted by the Common Ground Alliance. Find more info at www.commongroundalliance.com.