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Galloping Lines

Windy, Icy Winter Storms and Galloping Lines It’s winter in Indiana. That means storms with wind, snow and ice. When high winds and ice...

Heating Pad, Electric Blanket and Space Heater Safety

Keeping Warm: Heating Pads, Electric Blankets and Space Heaters Electric space heaters and blankets are great ways to stay toasty warm...

Holiday Food Prep: Ingredients for Safety

During the holidays, family and friends gather to celebrate. Usually, food is involved. But not all feasts turn out festive. The United...

Overhead Line Safety

Overhead line safety – when in doubt, look up and out! Whether you’re on the job or working on an outdoor project around your home, you...

Harvest Safety

With the arrival of harvest time, Indiana’s farmers are shifting into high gear as they move into their fields to bring in their crops....

Call 811 Before You Dig

811 Day reminds Hoosiers to call before you dig Aug. 11 is just one day a year, but Indiana Electric Cooperatives hopes the 8/11 date on...

Tree Planting Safety

Creating an electrical safety plan before you plant a tree Trees and power lines often coexist without problems. However, there are...

Understanding Your Home's Electrical System

Familiarize yourself with your home’s electrical system A lot of people won’t plug in their new TV or toaster without reading the...

Powering Up After an Outage

Pictured: Amos Murphy, Orange County REMC Journeyman Lineman. Powering up: Electric service is restored methodically to maintain safety...

Fallen Lines Can be Deadly

Don’t turn an accident with a utility pole into an electrical fatality Tens of thousands of accidents occur each year when power poles...

Preparing for Winter Storms

Indiana weather can be unpredictable, especially during the winter months. That’s why you should prepare for dangerous situations before...

Backup Generator Safety For Your Home

If your white Christmas goes dark from an electrical blackout, an electric generator can be a great resource for homeowners, especially...