Have a Safe, Happy Holiday Season from all of us at CCPPD!

Be safe this holiday season with cooking, etc.

http://safeelectricity.org/index.php/information-center/library-of-articles/52-holiday-safety/93-dont-cook-up-a-stormy-electric-bill-for-the-holiday

Cookies!

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI’s) should be installed where water and electricity could meet. Get info http://bit.ly/ksNupL

http://safeelectricity.org/index.php/information-center/library-of-articles/49-general-electric-safety/122-wicked-wiring-warnings

Rural Electric Nebraskan Nov 2012 Magazine

http://issuu.com/reneditor/docs/november_2012/1

Be safe when lighting your home for the holidays!

Light your home safely this holiday season. Only use UL safety tested strings of lights. Get more safety info http://bit.ly/hz95Yk.

http://safeelectricity.org/index.php/information-center/library-of-articles/53-holidayslights-a-entertaining/128-bright-ideas-for-safe-lighting-this-season 

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Have a HAPPY and SAFE Thanksgiving!

Make sure your holiday decorating is done with safety in mind. http://ow.ly/faCtF

Be careful when decorating for the holidays. See the tips in the link below:
http://safeelectricity.org/index.php/information-center/library-of-articles/53-holidayslights-a-entertaining/128-bright-ideas-for-safe-lighting-this-season

Veteran's Day!!

In honor of Veteran's Day Cuming County Public Power District would like to say THANK YOU to all those who have served! Your service. Your sacrifice. Your stories. The United States honors and remembers its Veterans!

In observation of Veteran's Day CCPPD will be closed on Monday, November 12, 2012.

 

 

Save Energy!

Winter is Coming… but you can still save money on your energy bills

TIP: For each degree you turn down on your thermostat during these cold months, you will save ~$20 a month. That’s about $100 between November and March for just ONE degree!

Save even more with high-efficiency windows and insulation, and learn more about saving during the Winter @ http://ase.org/news/energy-efficiency-lowers-winter-heating-costs

Be Careful when Decorating for the Holidays!

Use precautions when decorating your home for the holidays. http://ow.ly/f6n0W

Keep everyone safe—have a qualified electrician install a transfer switch for your generator. Find out more here: http://bit.ly/hFS5vb

http://safeelectricity.org/index.php/information-center/library-of-articles/50-generator-safety/319-generator-safety

Check out CCPPD's November 2012 Newsletter!

http://www.ccppd.com/Newsletters/november12.pdf

Is Your House Ready for Winter?

Winter is right around the corner. Please look over these tips to get your house ready for winter...
http://members.questline.com/Article.aspx?articleID=16038&accountID=591&nl=13421&userID=4768417

This Halloween, decorate safely. Only use outdoor rated cords and lights outdoors. Get more safety information: http://bit.ly/j2oedV

This Halloween, decorate safely. Only use outdoor rated cords and lights outdoors. Get more safety information: http://bit.ly/j2oedV

Keep Little Ones Safe

http://safeelectricity.org/index.php/information-center/library-of-articles/56-kid-safety/85-parents-caregivers-urged-to-help-protect-the-smallest-among-us

Great insulation information video!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHgg7xCBWmc&feature=share&list=PL793853EBBF169ED7

CCPPD October 2012 Newsletter!

http://www.ccppd.com/Newsletters/october12.pdf

Keep Little Ones Safe!

http://safeelectricity.org/index.php/information-center/library-of-articles/56-kid-safety/85-parents-caregivers-urged-to-help-protect-the-smallest-among-us

Rural Electric Nebraskan Magazine

September 2012 issue:
http://issuu.com/reneditor/docs/september_2012/1

Farmers please be careful during harvest!

http://kticradio.com/index.php?more=t7diqc56

Fall Harvest Safety!

Please be careful around overhead power lines!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-ArFXVRSVU

Operation Round-Up!

Operation Round-Up meeting is September 28th so get your applications in soon!

Osmose Pole Testing to begin soon!

http://www.ccppd.com/News_Releases/9-5-12.pdf

Weather Safety 9-4-12

Severe Weather Safety

West Point NE—With the storm over the weekend, Cuming County Public Power District wants to remind everyone to be prepared and know how to stay safe during and after the storm.

On Monday (Labor Day) CCPPD linemen were called in to repair four poles that went down a couple miles south of the golf course in Beemer. The poles fell across the road due to high winds that moved through the area over the weekend. These lines that were brought down were Sub-Transmission lines and customers in the area didn’t have to wait long to have their power restored.

The linemen were able to switch the source of power fed to that area. Instead of getting power from the Beemer substation, it was rerouted from the Winslow substation. The work to repair the poles and wires will take a few more days. In that time we want to be sure that all customers are aware and watch for the workers on the sides of the country roads.

The poles that went down had passed pole testing and inspection in 2009. This area is known for high winds. The District installed vibration dampeners over a decade ago to stop the winds from galloping during icy conditions.  

               CCPPD reminds everyone of the increased electrocution risks that storms can cause, and offers safety tips to avoid serious injury or death when dealing with the aftermath of a storm.

Before the storm:

• Assemble a kit of essentials, like battery-operated flashlights and radios. Keep a list of emergency phone numbers that includes the electric utility. Be prepared for the possibility of a prolonged outage due to power line and electric equipment damage.
• Fill spare containers with water for washing, and keep a supply of bottled drinking water on hand. Maintain a supply of non-perishable food items, along with a hand opener for canned food.
• Be sure to tune into your local weather station if you suspect severe weather is brewing.  Understand the National Weather Service warning classification system.  A tornado or severe storm watch means that conditions are favorable for those weather conditions forming.  A warning means that dangerous weather conditions are developing and imminent.
• Lightning can travel up to ten miles away from a storm, so seek shelter as soon as you hear thunder.

During an outage, switch off lights and appliances to prevent overloading circuits and damaging appliances when power is restored.  Leave one lamp or switch on as a signal for when your power returns. 

After the storm:

• When venturing outside after a severe storm, stay away from downed power lines and be alert to the possibility that tree limbs or debris may hide an electrical hazard. Assume that any dangling wires you encounter are electrical, and treat all downed or hanging power lines as if they are energized. Warn others to stay away and contact the electric utility.
• If you are driving and come upon a downed power line, stay in your vehicle, warn others to stay away and contact emergency personnel or electric utility.  Also when driving, be careful at intersections where traffic lights may be out.  Stop at all railroad crossings, and treat road intersections with traffic signals as a four-way stop before proceeding with caution.
• Before re-entering storm-damaged buildings or rooms, be sure all electric and gas services are turned off. Never attempt to turn off power at the breaker box if you must stand in water to do so. If you can’t reach your breaker box safely, call your electric utility to shut off power at the meter.
• Never step into a flooded basement or other area if water is covering electrical outlets, appliances or cords. Be alert to any electrical equipment that could be energized and in contact with water. Never touch electrical appliances, cords or wires while you are wet or standing in water.
• Cleaning up and using water-damaged appliances also carry safety risks.  Electric motors in appliances that have been drenched or submerged should be thoroughly cleaned and reconditioned before they are put back into service. It may be necessary to repair or replace electrical appliances or tools that have been in contact with water. Do not use any water-damaged appliance until a professional has checked it out.
• When using a generator, follow all manufacturers’ recommendations to avoid tragedy.  Keep the generator dry and never plug it into a wall outlet or directly into the home’s wiring.  This could inadvertently energize the utility lines and injure yourself or others working to restore power.

Learn more about weathering storms safely at www.SafeElectricity.org or www.ccppd.com.

Be Safe Using a Generator!

Maintain adequate ventilation when operating portable generators. Find out more information at Safe Electricity http://bit.ly/hFS5vb

http://safeelectricity.org/index.php/information-center/library-of-articles/50-generator-safety/319-generator-safety 

Parents & caregivers, protect the small ones among us!

http://safeelectricity.org/index.php/information-center/library-of-articles/56-kid-safety/85-parents-caregivers-urged-to-help-protect-the-smallest-among-us

Watch Overhead for Powerlines!

Large equipment around power lines can be dangerous. Jim Flach died when his sprayer touched a power line. See more http://bit.ly/ocRXB8

Watch this video to learn more about how to be safe: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqplHK3Cytk&feature=youtu.be

Students will soon be moving out to go to college...do know the question you should be asking your child’s college about dorm fire and electrical safety? Find out http://bit.ly/kI86y7 

 http://safeelectricity.org/index.php/information-center/library-of-articles/43-college-student-safety/313-dorm-safety

Cuming County Fair 2012 Opening Ceremony

Be careful in the hot days of summer!

With the heat wave continuing over much of the nation, keep in mind that increased electrical use can place a strain on a home’s electrical systems. During these hot summer months, consumers run the risk of overloading wiring systems due to the extended use of air conditioning and other cooling mechanisms, possibly resulting in serious shock or fire. http://ow.ly/cFmjo

 http://safeelectricity.org/

CCPPD August 2012 Newsletter

Check out CCPPD's August 2012 newsletter now on the website:
http://www.ccppd.com/Newsletters/august12.pdf

Life-Saving Lessons to be Learned!

http://safeelectricity.org/index.php/information-center/library-of-articles/68-water-recreation/113-life-saving-lessons-to-be-learned

Be aware of nation-wide scam!!!

Be aware of nation-wide scam!

Sub 8 ~ New Switching Pole 7-10-12

Be safe on the job...

http://safeelectricity.org/index.php/information-center/library-of-articles/69-workplace-safety/116-protect-yourself-against-electrical-accidents-on-the-job

Outage Last Night!

NPPD Outage 7/5/12

Cuming County Public Power District customers experienced widespread outages last night beginning around 2am. The cause of the outage has been linked to an equipment failure in Nebraska Public Power District’s Bancroft 115 kV substation. This caused breakers to trip in NPPD’s Beemer 115 kV substation. These events halted high voltage power feeding most of CCPPD’s substations. All power was restored by 3:23am.

Please contact the office with any concerns or questions: 402-372-2463 or toll free 1-877-572-2463.

Energy Usage is High

With all the extremely hot days lately, energy usage has been hitting all time highs. Please keep energy usage low by some of the tips on the following attachment. High usage times are from 3p-8p.

http://www.nppd.com/assets/timeofusemagnet1.jpg

When you hear thunder, always head indoors!

Read this article about a survivor that was struck by lightning. Always be careful when there are storms.

http://www.safeelectricity.org/index.php/component/content/article/913