NRECA

NRECA is the national trade association representing more than 900 local electric cooperatives. Learn how we're #PoweringTomorrow.

[NRECA @NRECANews]

Utility safety managers aren't usually known for generating autograph requests, but Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative's "Matt the Safety Guy" has become an unlikely local celebrity while helping the co-op engage with and educate members. https://t.co/hS6dhBeTCu

[House Committee on Natural Resources @NatResources]

When our forests go unmanaged, your utility bills go up.

That’s why @EEI, @NRECANews and @PublicPowerorg are urging Congress to pass the #FixOurForests Act so they can harden their infrastructure for increasing wildfire risks and continue to provide reliable, low cost energy to American families.

The #FixOurForests Act protects communities in the wildland-urban interface, protects our energy infrastructure, and will make utility bills more affordable for Americans.

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[NRECA @NRECANews]

The @USDA’s Rural Utilities Service on Wednesday announced a $3.3 billion loan for Oglethorpe Power Corp. to build a 1,425-megawatt natural gas plant in Georgia, representing the largest loan in RUS history. https://t.co/SETd9abJKu

[NRECA @NRECANews]

From drones and smart meters to line sensors and automated switches, today’s electric grid is constantly monitoring itself. See how thousands of connected devices help co-ops spot problems faster, reduce outages and improve reliability.

[NRECA @NRECANews]

Retired Co-op Truck Rides Again as Large Animal Rescue Vehicle

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[Dept. of Agriculture @USDA]

A historic investment in American energy! 💪⚡️🇺🇸

Today, @SecRollins announced a major step toward expanding American energy production and powering rural communities!

With support from a $3.3 BILLION @usdaRD loan, Oglethorpe Power will build a new natural gas power plant in Georgia capable of powering 800,000 homes!

Under @POTUS, we’re unleashing AMERICAN ENERGY, strengthening energy independence, and helping deliver affordable, reliable electricity for our farmers, families, and businesses.

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[NRECA @NRECANews]

“If we’re looking forward, we’re going to need more generation.”

@NRECAJim spoke with @DailyCaller about rising electricity demand from AI and data centers, the challenges of expanding generation and the importance of planning for the future of the electric grid. https://t.co/B464BrZcFi

[NRECA @NRECANews]

🔈 🔉 🔊 New Along Those Lines

Along Those Lines: Evolving Grid Poses New Co-op Cybersecurity Challenges

Listen here: https://t.co/FWo8Esu7u5 #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

[NRECA @NRECANews]

ISAIAS UPDATE: Oct. 13, 10:30 a.m. ET

Line crews from multiple states continued to slog and slash their way into rural parts of the Florida Panhandle to bring co-op members back online in the fourth day of recovery from Hurricane Isaias.

Overall, outage numbers on Tuesday morning served to underscore co-ops’ dedication to turning the lights back on as quickly and safely as possible. https://t.co/bwbyRG1gXX

[NRECA @NRECANews]

G&T Focus: Why KAMO Power Wants Crews to Slow Down

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[NRECA @NRECANews]

Scammers want you to act before you have time to think. Before clicking a link in an email or text, stop and look closely. Is the message unexpected? Does the website address look legitimate? Is someone pressuring you to act immediately? When in doubt, go directly to the company’s official website or contact them using a trusted phone number, not the information provided in the suspicious message. #cybersecurityawareness

[NRECA @NRECANews]

ISAIAS UPDATE: Oct. 12, 11 a.m. ET

It will take a while before stricken Gulf Coast communities recover from the damage inflicted by Hurricane Isaias, but they’ll be able to do so with the full power of the electric cooperative network. https://t.co/M7PGxJGc9b

[Duck River Electric @DuckRiverEMC]

UPDATE: 10/11 at 8:20 a.m. Power has been restored to most members, with 79 without service. We appreciate your patience as our crews work to restore power to the remaining members. We'll continue monitoring today's weather and will share updates here if additional outages occur.

[CHELCO @MyCHELCO]

⚡ FINAL UPDATE TONIGHT

Today has been an incredible team effort, with more than 1,000 people working toward the same goal: restoring power to our members. We began the day with approximately 50,000 members without power, and as of 10:30 PM, that number has dropped to 20,674.

[Habersham EMC @HabershamEMC]

We are proud to report that we have got the final meter back on from the storm. Our crews and contractors worked safely during this storm and we are thankful for everyone’s efforts. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Have a great Sunday.

[Talquin Electric Cooperative @TECtwwi]

As of 9:00AM this morning, approx. 30 remain without power.

Our line crews, Dispatch team, support personnel, and mutual aid partners have worked tirelessly throughout the restoration effort, and their dedication continues to make a tremendous difference.
#TalquinElectric

[NRECA @NRECANews]

ISAIAS UPDAT: Oct. 11, 8 a.m. ET

Electric cooperatives along the Gulf Coast reported good progress in the first day of power restoration following Hurricane Isaias, though it was clear that full restoration will be a heavy lift in the days to come. https://t.co/M7PGxJGc9b

[Duck River Electric @DuckRiverEMC]

Just over 1,000 members are without power in the Wartrace area after an outage occurred around 7:05 a.m. Crews are responding and working to restore service as quickly and safely as possible. Thank you for your patience.

[Ozarks Electric @OzarksElectric]

Early this morning, 17 Ozarks Electric linemen departed for Hartford, Alabama, to assist @WEC2 with power restoration after Hurricane Isaias made landfall Friday evening, causing significant damage and widespread outages for communities across the Gulf Coast.

[NC Emergency Management @NCEmergency]

🚨 0745 Sunday update: we are still seeing impacts from the remnants of Isaias across WNC. Going into today, we need to remain weather aware. Flood sirens are activated in the Chimney Rock area, many areas have seen flash flooding and rainfall ponding, and there have been some landslides overnight. Do not drive through flood waters.

Here is a view of the current flash flooding outside of Chimney Rock in Rutherford County.

#ReadyNC #IsaiasNC