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Portable Space Heaters: Protect Yourself from These Common Hazards
Electric heaters can make your home cozy, but they come with risks. Learn how to stay safe and warm.
Smart Choices
Oct 16, 2023
Ask an Expert: Changing Furnace Filters
Perform this routine task for better indoor air quality and for HVAC efficiency.
Smart Choices
Sep 11, 2023
Stay Safe During Harvest
Harvest time is a dangerous time. Follow these tips around electrical lines and equipment, and be careful of possible entanglements or falls
Smart Choices
Aug 10, 2023
Connect with Us at the Iowa State Fair
We look forward to connecting with our cooperative members at the Iowa State Fair Aug. 10-20.
Smart Choices
Jul 13, 2023
Enjoy a Safe Fourth of July
There are many Independence Day traditions but perhaps the most popular is fireworks.
Smart Choices
Jun 18, 2023
Ask an Expert: Grill it Safe This Summer
Stay safe this summer with grilling safety tips from the U.S. Fire Administration.
Smart Choices
Jun 12, 2023
National Electrical Safety Month
Get safety tips for the workplace DIY projects, EVs and charging and your home’s electrical system.
Smart Choices
Apr 13, 2023
12 Holiday Safety Tips
To keep your holiday season merry instead of disastrous, follow these electrical safety precautions.
Smart Choices
Nov 21, 2022
Air Conditioner and Fan Safety
Summer is "coming in hot!" Learn more about air conditioner and fan safety in July's Smart Choices article.
Smart Choices
Oct 11, 2022
Don’t Electrify Your Hunting Experience
Along with traditional hunter safety rules, follow these electrical safety tips for safer hunting this fall.
Smart Choices
Sep 29, 2022
Copper Theft: Still a Threat
This commonly used metal is a valuable part of getting electricity to our members. Copper theft threatens lives and our electric supply.
Smart Choices
Sep 29, 2022
School Bus Safety
With the beginning of the school year, safely transporting students to and from school is critical.
Smart Choices
Aug 19, 2022
Celebrate July 4 Safely!
Independence Day celebrations often also mean the purchase & use of fireworks in your July 4th celebrations! Read more firework safety tips!
Smart Choices
Jun 30, 2022
Stay Safe During a Tornado Season
Tornadoes are dangerous and unpredictable. Do all you can to stay safe before, during, and after storms develop.
Smart Choices
Mar 18, 2022
How Many of These Routine Home Maintenance Tasks Do You Complete?
Home maintenance tasks can be daunting and it’s easy to delay them until you notice a problem.
Smart Choices
Jan 18, 2022
Winter Storms: Staying Safe and Warm
Winter storms bring many challenges. Prepare, then stay safe during and after a storm this winter.
Smart Choices
Dec 21, 2021
Steer Clear of Damaged or Downed Power Lines After a Storm
In high wind situations, there’s the potential for power outages due to branches, limbs and trees coming into contact with power lines.
Smart Choices
Dec 15, 2021
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