Winter weather can cause your home heating system to work overtime. Check for air leaks and drafts around doors and windows, then seal them with weatherstripping or caulk. Close fireplace dampers when not in use, and consider installing insulating curtains to help keep warm air inside. You can also save energy by lowering your thermostat a few degrees.
Turning down your thermostat a degree or two could help you save on your electric bill by conserving energy. When the difference between outside and inside temperature is significant, like today through the weekend, your heating system runs more to maintain the warmth. That's why setting your thermostat at 68° during the winter is generally a good rule of thumb.
Thank you for your efforts to conserve energy and help us avoid a peak. Our numbers now are showing that we stayed below the highest peak numbers of the past years. With temperatures hitting record lows, and staying there for multiple days, that was no small feat!
When power outages occur, you may think about using a portable generator. To operate these machines safely, it’s important that you consider all the items in this checklist.
HOEC has called a Peak Alert again for Tuesday Jan 27 from 5 am to 9 am, due to extreme cold. Usage peaks affect the price we pay for next fiscal year. Demand is expected to reach a record level. We ask members to alternate use of major appliances, unplug small appliances and delay use of appliances if possible. Your help makes a difference.
The HOEC business office will be CLOSED today, Monday, January 26, due to the poor road conditions. If you need to report a power outage, you can use SmartHub through the link at the top of this website, or the SmartHub Mobile App, or you can call 417-256-2131. The business office will open Tuesday morning at 8:00 am.
Peak Alert: 5:00am through 9:00am Monday and Tuesday (Jan 26 & 27) due to extreme cold. Energy usage peaks affect the price we pay from our providers for the next fiscal year. Electric demand is expected to reach a record level.
It will probably be snowy and white when you get up on Saturday morning. It's also going to be dangerously cold, so stay indoors if possible. If you have a power outage, report it to us through the SmartHub link at the top of this site or the SmartHub Mobile App, or call 417-256-2131 or 1-888-463-7693.
Before reaching for your space heater, consider whether it's better to plug it in or simply turn up the thermostat in your home. Learn More.
If you see a car accident, your first instinct may be to rush toward the vehicle to help, but this can get you hurt or killed. Keep your distance from the vehicle and all electrical equipment that has been damaged. Instruct those in the car to stay inside and wait for trained professionals.
6327 US-63 S, West Plains, MO
Open weekdays, 8:00 to 4:30 417-256-2131
Mailing Address: HOEC, P.O. Box 649, West Plains, MO 65775
