Many Hoosiers start learning about electricity at an early age, often through lessons in school. As we grow up, those facts are sometimes mixed with myths we hear through other people, the media, or social media. Unfortunately, false information and …Read More.
Plug into Safety
Preparing for winter storms
Each season brings new opportunities and new weather concerns for Hoosiers. A winter day in Indiana can bring heavy snow, freezing rain, ice storms, and strong winds. These forms of winter weather can create electrical hazards, warns Jon Elkins, vice …Read More.
Smart home security systems bring peace of mind
If you’re a homeowner with some type of security system, you’re in good company. According to SafeHome, about 72% of home decision-makers have some form of home security system. As technology has advanced over the past several years, so have …Read More.
Hunt what’s in season
Hunting season brings outdoorsmen of all skill levels and experience into rural Indiana, often to unfamiliar areas. While most hunters follow safe hunting practices, Indiana’s electric cooperatives want to remind hunters to always be aware of their surroundings and watch …Read More.
Be aware of the unique aspects of electric vehicle safety
Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining traction in the United States. If you drive an EV or are considering buying one, there are unique safety items to know. “There are some important differences to keep in mind if you drive an …Read More.
Be safe around electricity when moving farm equipment
As harvest season ramps up in Indiana, farmers and their crews are busy moving equipment to and from the fields. This increased activity, however, raises the risk of accidents, especially involving electricity. “Combines and grain augers are large pieces of …Read More.
Young drivers should be aware of hazards
Indiana Electric Cooperatives (IEC) acknowledges the experience young drivers gain by getting behind the wheel and driving, but some dangers cannot be learned from personal “experience.” IEC advises teens to take precautions not only while driving, but most importantly, if …Read More.
More than ‘knocking on wood’
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
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
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.