This Fall, persistent dry conditions and minimal rainfall have led to drought conditions throughout much of our 29-county service territory. When there are drought conditions, the risk of brush fires and wildfires increases. As first responders continue to battle a...
Safety and Security
Get Ready! Building Your Emergency Kit
September is Emergency Preparedness Month, and there’s no better time to make sure you and your family are ready for the unexpected. When disaster strikes, having a well-stocked emergency kit can make all the difference. Kit Essentials 1. Flashlights and Batteries...
Do You Have an Emergency Plan?
Is your family prepared for an emergency like a natural disaster or prolonged power outage? Many families aren’t, but having a plan in place can make all the difference when the unexpected happens. From building an emergency kit to knowing where to go and who to contact, a little preparation goes a long way. In this post, we’ll share expert advice from FEMA, the Red Cross, and more to help you create a personalized emergency plan that meets your family’s needs. Take the first step toward safety today!
Get prepared, stay prepared
As we enter September, a month dedicated to preparedness, it’s a good time to review how we can best protect ourselves, our loved ones and our community from unexpected emergencies. National Preparedness Month is a reminder that disasters can strike at any time, and...
Keep everyone safe by calling 811 before digging
Nothing is more important than ensuring everyone stays safe near our power lines and electrical equipment, including underground power lines. We always call 811 at least three business days before any project that involves digging for the safety of our employees,...
Hot weather is here: cool down with these tips
Summer is quickly approaching and high temperatures are climbing, so we're here with tips to help keep you cool. You can save energy and money, even in the extreme heat, with our energy efficiency tips: Make sure your drapes and shades are pulled down during the day...
Don’t dredge up danger – call 811 before every digging project
If you’re breaking ground on a spring project – a pool, a new fence or mailbox, or landscaping work – don’t start any digging until you call 811. It’s free, simple and can prevent injuries and power outages. April is National Safe Digging Month, which serves as an...
Know the signs and hang up on scams
Scammers continue to use sophisticated tactics to trick you into giving them money or your personal information. According to the Federal Trade Commission, people lost a record $2.7 billion to imposter scams, including utility imposter scams, in 2023. We're here to...
PPL Electric Utilities safety program reaches 10-year milestone
An entertaining in-school theater program that PPL Electric Utilities uses to teach youngsters long-lasting lessons about electrical safety is 10 years old this year, a milestone that demonstrates the program’s popularity and the importance of teaching valuable safety...
Seasonal safety: the eight do’s of decorating
Safety for our employees at work and safety for our customers is our priority. Throughout the year, we host a variety of programs to encourage safe practices, including presenting theater performances for children, hosting a traveling safety exhibit and publishing a...