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Marco man dies after contact with power line

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MARCO ISLAND, Fla. -- Marco Island Police Department is reporting a 20-year-old man died after coming in contact with a power line. 

Two men were on ladders on Marco Lake Drive when they made contact with the power line, both of the men were taken to the hospital where one of the men died. No word on the condition of the second person. 

This is a reminder to stay away from any kind of power lines, even if you believe they aren't live wires. If you ever see any downed power lines, call emergency services.