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Electric Safety Dos and Don'ts
Here are some things you should and shouldn’t do in your home when working with electricity or using powered devices.
Smart Choices
Dec 13, 2025
2 min read
Summer Weather Safety Preparedness
By preparing now, we can all weather summer storms more safely and comfortably. Our cooperative is committed to keeping the lights on and restoring power quickly when nature has other plans.
Smart Choices
May 22, 2025
2 min read
Prevent Deadly Shocks – Check Your Boats and Docks
Prevent electric shock drowning by properly installing and maintaining electrical equipment on boats and docks.
Smart Choices
Apr 23, 2024
2 min read
Ask an Expert: Is it Dangerous to Overload a Circuit?
Wires in an electrical system or circuit have a maximum amount of current they can safely carry. How much is too much?
Smart Choices
Oct 16, 2023
3 min read
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