Don’t: Leave your space heater unattended. Always unplug it before you leave the house or go to bed.
Don’t: Use an extension cord to plug in your space heater. It can cause the heater to overheat, and can be a tripping hazard.
Don’t: Place your space heater near curtains, clothing, furniture or bedding.
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Low income home energy assistance program
LIHEAP helps low income households stay safe and healthy by providing financial assistance to offset the costs of heating and cooling. What it does Heating assistance Cooling assistance Deposit/Reconnect fee assistance Year round crisis assistance Emergency furnace...
Keep food safe when the power goes out
Severe winds, lightning and even squirrels can temporarily cause the power to go out. We understand power outages of any length can be frustrating, especially when your fridge is stocked with perishable foods.
Extended power outages are rare, but when they occur, it’s important to understand food safety measures to take to avoid illness.
Here are a few food safety tips to keep in mind before, during and after a power outage.
Boards vote to consolidate
The boards of directors of the Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District and Dawson Public Power District voted Monday during a joint meeting of the boards to consolidate the two districts into a single public power and irrigation district. The consolidated entity will be called Platte River Public Power and Irrigation District (PRPPID).