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We currently have 111 members without power in the Eminence area and 28 in Tecumseh. Dispatch is aware of the outages and crews are en route. Thank you for your patience.

The all new Ripley Energy Center, under construction by AECI near Ripley, Oklahoma, will meet the energy needs of members across the region. The facility will operate as a natural gas peaking unit, which will be available to quick-start and run on-demand during periods of peak energy use, allowing members the power they need during the hot and cold peak times.

Due to extreme heat, HOEC has issued a PEAK ALERT. Please alternate or avoid use of major appliances (washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens and stoves) from 2 pm until 7 pm today. 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.

Remember, you can make a difference.

Reports to: Manager of Engineering

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The Environmental Protection Agency is taking a closer look at energy regulations that have challenged reliable and affordable electricity. By reviewing and reevaluating rules like the power plant rule and the mercury and air rule, the EPA is working to protect both American energy independence and the environment.

HOEC will have a planned power outage for members in the Peace Valley area this morning (Tuesday July 22) for planned maintenance. 131 members will be affected starting between 8:45 and 9 a.m. and lasting approximately 15 minutes. Thank you for your patience.

You can help beat the peak by waiting to do energy-intensive chores, such as washing and drying clothes, during times when energy demand is lower. Learn more ways to keep your energy bill stable through the scorching heat.

If you lose power during a storm, here are ways to stay safe during the outage.

It's about to get HOT again (like it hasn't been already with this humidity!) Temps will be in the mid 90s and heat will be dangerous. Watch for symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke (see graphic below). Be sure to check on pets and neighbors and made sure they have a way to stay cool and out of the sun.

Kari Jordan and Caleb Meeker, students from Eminence High School, were among 96 high school students from across Missouri who participated in the Missouri Electric Cooperative CYCLE (Cooperative Youth Conference and Leadership Experience) program. The conference was held July 15-18 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Jefferson City.