Snowmobile Safety: Be Aware Of Power Lines And Transformers
Nodak Electric Cooperative reminds snowmobilers of all ages to be cautious while snowmobiling.
Snowmobile Safety: Be Aware Of Power Lines And Transformers
Nation’s Electric Grid Could Face Winter Challenges
The increasing demand for electricity and the retirement of reliable power plants are contributing to an “unprecedented” risk of power shortages across the United States this winter, according to a report from the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC).
Take An Active Role In Your Cooperative
Each year, the door is open for you and every other member of the cooperative to take an active role in the election of the board, which governs your utility. Your role may be as little as simply making a commitment to vote during the director election in April.
Three Director Positions Open
Three director positions will be open at the annual meeting on April 11, 2023.
A Resolution To Save
2023 is going to be a great year for you. Take a look at all the ways you can save!
What’s The Difference Between Nodak Electric Cooperative And Minnkota Power Cooperative?
You often hear us talk about Minnkota Power Cooperative in the pages of this newsletter, so we wanted to take a moment to explain what makes us partners and what sets us apart.
Family, Farming, And Feeding Carb Cravings
Three Farm Daughters creates pasta empire within Nodak Electric Cooperative’s rural footprint.
Winter Weather Can Bring Power Lines Down
You’ve just been in an accident involving a downed power line. Your first instinct might be to get out and run, but that could cost you your life. In most cases, the safest place to be is inside your vehicle.
Don’t Fall Victim To Utility Scams
Every day, millions of Americans are targeted by scammers through phone calls, emails, text messages, online or in person. Scammers’ tactics can change daily, which is why it’s important to stay alert and cautious.
Take control of the situation, if targeted:
Take your time
Utility scammers try to create a sense of urgency so that you’ll act fast and hand over personal information, especially over the phone. Take a moment to think about the situation before acting.
Be suspicious
Scammers typically request immediate payments through prepaid debit cardsor third-party apps. Unusual requests like this should raise red flags. Remember, if the request seems strange and out of the ordinary, you’re likely being targeted by a scammer.
Confirm before you act
If you’re contacted by someone claiming to represent Nodak Electric Cooperative or any other utility but you’re unsure, just hang up the phone and call Nodak Electric at 800-732-4373 to verify the situation.
Report it
Contact Nodak Electric Cooperative with information about the scam so we can alert other members on Facebook, etc.
Employee Updates
Matt Konze was promoted to construction crew foreman and Trent Edens transferred to the construction crew in Grand Forks.
Light The Holiday With Safety
As you light your holiday with shining stars and shimmering snowmen, be sure to decorate safely. For a happy – and safe – holiday, follow these tips from Nodak Electric Cooperative:
- Use lights approved for safe use by a nationally recognized testing laboratory.
- Avoid overloading electrical outlets with too many decorations or electrical devices. They can overheat and cause a fire.
- Never connect more than three strands of incandescent lights together.
- Outdoor electric lights and decorations should be plugged into circuits protected by ground- fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs).
- Always unplug electrical decorations before replacing bulbs or fuses.
An All-expense-paid Trip To Washington, D.C.
An all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C., compliments of Nodak Electric Cooperative, includes a whole week to visit unforgettable historic monuments, museums and the U.S. Capitol.