Customer Newsletter, July 2008

Post Storm Caution



After a tornado, it is common for people to be curious about storm damage and drive country roads to see it first hand. We would like to remind you that this is a dangerous practice. There is typically a lot of debris in storm damaged areas, not to mention downed power lines and poles that can cause driving hazards. Additionally, heavy traffic increases the danger for our lineman. We urge you to consider avoiding storm damaged areas for your safety, as well as the safety of our workers. And remember...always stay away from downed power lines!

Other stories you'll find inside this edition:

• Weather Causes Outages, and Challenges for the District and Its Customers
It seems as though every corner of our service area has endured more than its share of rough weather during the past month. More>>>
• Energy Wise Tip: Operate Your Appliances When Energy Demand is Low
How and when you use electric energy can make a difference. More>>>
• Summer Interns on Staff at SPD
Southern Power District will be employing interns throughout the summer, seven of whom are currently working toward being a lineman. More>>>
• Energy Camp is Back for 2008!
Southern has scheduled Bright Ideas Day Camp for Thursday, August 7th at Southern's Grand Island Service Center. More>>>
• Recipe Box: Herbed Hamburgers, submitted by customers Ned & Laura Nelson
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