Dig safe launch. (BlackburnNews.com photo by Jake Jeffrey)Dig safe launch. (BlackburnNews.com photo by Jake Jeffrey)
Sarnia

Call Before You Dig

April is Dig Safe Month in Ontario.

The Ontario Regional Common Ground Alliance brings together 19 industry stakeholders to stress the importance of calling before you dig.

CoChair of the Sarnia Regional Branch Jay Moore says all it takes is one call.

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Moore says notification is needed at least five business days before breaking ground.

Call 1-800-400-2255.

Dig safe launch. (BlackburnNews.com photo by Jake Jeffrey)Dig safe launch. (BlackburnNews.com photo by Jake Jeffrey)

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