High pressure tactics
Scammers will pressure you, creating a sense of urgency. Claims that your power will be disconnected without immediate payment are common with utility scams.
Sketchy payment methods
Scammers may ask for unusual payment methods like gift cards or cryptocurrency. In these cases, it’s likely a scam.
Dodgy communication
Whether an email, text message or letter, utility scams typically include poor grammar, spelling errors or unusual email addresses. These are common warning signs of a scam.
OTHER NEWS
Ackerman named Dawson PPD Manager of Finance and Administration
Dawson Public Power District is pleased to announce the hiring of Carmen Ackerman as Manager of Finance and Administration.
What is the distribution charge?
When some customers think of paying their electric bill, they may tend to think of the cost in kilowatt hours. However, there is more involved in the cost than just the kilowatt hours used.
Ask the board: A conversation with Dan Muhlbach
Dan Muhlbach Dawson PPD Vice President Area served: Buffalo Subdivision Years of service: 27 years Certifications: National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Credentialed Cooperative Director National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Board Leadership...