Dan Singletary, CEO of Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative, Inc., West Plains, was recently appointed as a district representative to the Internal Operations Committee of the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives (AMEC), Jefferson City.
If an electrical fire starts in your home, do not use water to extinguish it. Water conducts electricity, and you could get an electric shock. Use an extinguisher that is approved for use on electric fires. Learn more fire safety: www.safeelectricity.org .
It’s National Fire Prevention Week. Electric fires are more destructive than any other type of fire. Learn more about preventing them to keep your family safe: www.safeelectricity.org.
With cooler weather coming soon, take a look at some affordable ways to make your home more energy efficient. Adding insulation, repairing window cracks, caulking air leaks and upgrading to Energy-Star rated appliances are all low-cost ways to lower your electric bill. For more energy saving ideas go to the Energy Tips menu tab on this website.
Did you know that HOEC will help you pay for energy-efficient equipment upgrades that can make your home more comfortable and lower your electricity bills? It's true! See the Rebates page (under the Services menu) for rebate forms for heat pumps, air conditioners, water heaters, insulation, smart thermostats, electric vehicle charging stations and more.
Do you know what to do if a school bus or other vehicle comes into contact with a power line? Stay in the vehicle! Learn more about this important topic: https://www.membersfirst.coop/Safety/SchoolBusSafety
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Mailing Address: HOEC, P.O. Box 649, West Plains, MO 65775
