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Before you make the investment, get the facts. Your electric cooperative can help answer questions about costs, energy production, net metering, system sizing and how solar will work with your home's energy needs. The best decisions start with reliable information.

Be safe out there this harvest. Always be aware of overhead power lines and poles and guy wires, and use a spotter when operating around them.

We currently have a feeder line out of the Couch substation down. We have 680 members without power. Dispatch is aware and crews are headed to determine the issue and restore power. Always stay away from downed power lines and stay safe. Thank you for your patience.

We currently have 407 members without power in Birch Tree. Dispatch is aware of the outages and crews are working on the issue.

We are calling a Peak Alert today, Sunday, Aug. 16, until 7 p.m. Please alternate the use of major appliances, including washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens and stoves until 7 p.m.

The heat continues to scorch south central Missouri, and HOEC has issued another PEAK ALERT. Please alternate or avoid use of major appliances (washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens and stoves) until 7 pm. Unplug unused chargers and devices. Raise thermostats a few degrees if possible.

Temperatures outside are continuing to rise, and cooling your home in extreme heat results in higher electric bills. Taking action today on the tips in the graphic above can help. Learn other easy steps you can take to lower your energy bill.

Due to continuing extreme heat, HOEC has issued a PEAK ALERT. Please alternate or avoid use of major appliances (washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens and stoves) until 7 pm. Unplug unused chargers and devices. Raise thermostats a few degrees if possible.

CEO/General Manager Aaron Wheeler talks about Peak Alerts and why they are important for our members. When we issue a Peak Alert we ask members to stay vigilant in conserving energy.

Due to the extreme heat, HOEC has issued a PEAK ALERT. Please alternate or avoid use of major appliances (washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens and stoves) until 7 pm. Raise thermostats a few degrees if possible. If a new peak electrical demand is set it could cost the cooperative and members hundreds of thousands of dollars in the future.