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More than ‘knocking on wood’
Electric cooperatives periodically inspect wooden poles for wear and tear
An estimated 150 million wood poles form the backbone of the nation’s electric grid, supporting the delivery of electricity and telecommunications across America, says Osmose, a nationwide utilities services company. Wood remains the preferred material for poles because of its …Read More.
Work with your co-op to pay overdue bills
If your power’s been disconnected, never resort to meter tampering
Making ends meet might be hard for many Hoosiers right now. If you find yourself falling behind paying monthly utility bills, contact your utility for help before you face losing service. Most electric cooperatives have programs that can help their …Read More.
Power restored methodically
During widespread power outages, utilities follow similar plan
Tornadoes or other weather-related disasters often bring widespread power outages. Most electric utilities follow a similar methodical plan that ensures power is restored to the greatest number of people in the shortest amount of time in the safest manner possible. …Read More.
Be prepared for spring storms
Spring storms can form quickly and be devastating; preparation is key
Indiana Electric Cooperatives urges Hoosiers to be prepared for dangerous storms that can strike during the spring and summer months. Sudden and powerful storms can devastate lives in a matter of minutes; in the past five years alone, storms have …Read More.
Twenty-two graduate electric lineworker apprenticeship program
Twenty-two lineworkers graduated Saturday from Indiana Electric Cooperatives’ apprenticeship program, Rural Electric Apprenticeship Program (REAP). REAP is a four-year program that professionally trains apprentice lineworkers from across Indiana. Graduates complete 612 hours of classroom-related study and 8,000 hours of on-the-job training …Read More.
Sowing electrical safety on the farm
Here are tips to make getting in and out of the field safer
Spring planting season has arrived — which means many of Indiana’s 94,000 farmers will be heading to and from the fields soon. Farming is one of the 10 most dangerous occupations in the United States. Along with the large, powerful …Read More.
Don’t add an electrical tragedy to the trauma of a flood
“Electricity and water don’t mix” is a safety rule we’ve all heard. But when flooding occurs in our home, the cautionary voices can be drowned out by the swell of the stress and water. Don’t jump in and add a …Read More.
When in doubt, throw it out: food safety reminders during an outage
During a power outage: After an outage: Sources: American Red Cross
Preparing for winter storms
If an approaching winter storm is the lead story on your nightly news, it’s probably chaos at the local grocery and too late to properly stock up on necessary food items, de-icing pellets and other related items. That’s why you …Read More.
Holiday decorating pet safety tips
Even pets are excited by Christmas decorations
“National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” is one of the most beloved holiday comedies. But if you love cats, there’s one scene that’s something of a nightmare. In the iconic scene, Aunt Bethany’s visiting cat drags a loose string of Christmas tree …Read More.
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