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Safety/Security

Our top priority is safety.

Your safety and the security of your information are important to us.

We want you to know the risks of electricity and how to stay safe around it. And when extreme weather strikes, we want you to be prepared so you can keep your family safe and comfortable.  

We also want to help protect you from utility scams and other deceptive and misleading tactics you need to know to stop scammers in their tracks.  

Do You Have an Emergency Plan?

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

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

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,...

Know the signs and hang up on scams

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...

Seasonal safety: the eight do’s of decorating

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...

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