Tianmu volunteers increase electrical safety of rural homes

In Huangnitian village in Shaoxing's Xinchang county, an elderly resident said his home's old, exposed wires had been chewed by rats several times, forcing him to repeatedly wrap them with electrical tape.

After volunteers replaced the worn wiring, he expressed relief, saying that with the new wires, he finally felt safe using electricity.

Volunteers teach villagers electricity safety tips in Xinchang county, Shaoxing, Zhejiang province. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

A branch of the Tianmu electrician guangming volunteer service team has visited the village to upgrade post-meter wiring for low-income households. Following strict safety procedures, the volunteers removed old wires, installed new ones, and secured them neatly inside PVC conduits to prevent accidental contact.

They also replaced old bulbs with energy-saving lamps, improving brightness while cutting electricity costs. Throughout the process, they explained electrical safety tips and reminded residents to take precautions.

Volunteers inspect old wires and bulbs. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

This service is part of a joint charity project launched in July 2024 by provincial, municipal, and county charities, local government, State Grid Xinchang County Power Supply Company, and the Tianmu electrician volunteer center.

The project aims to eliminate electrical hazards, improve living conditions, and enhance quality of life. So far, 296 low-income households have received wiring upgrades.

Volunteers replace old wires and bulbs. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Under the three‑year plan, 360 households will benefit. The transformation has lit up homes and warmed hearts.

Moving forward, the Tianmu electrician guangming volunteer service center will continue mobilizing young volunteers to help more families in need, advancing the promise of shared prosperity through concrete action.