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Be prepared for a power outage and place these items in a tote:

  • flashlights and extra batteries

  • battery-powered weather radio

  • plenty of water — the American Red Cross suggests one gallon per person per day

  • high-energy foods that don't require refrigeration or cooking

  • a non-electric can opener

  • a week's worth of medicines

  • first-aid supplies

  • wipes for hand cleaning

  • extra baby items and pet supplies

During an Outage

  • Call CCECA toll-free at 800-821-4879 to report the outage.

  • Turn off the stove, oven, and other appliances (except the refrigerator and freezer, unless they're empty) to prevent heavy startup loads that could cause secondary blackouts when power is restored.

  • Unplug sensitive electronic equipment such as computers, TVs, and other home entertainment equipment to avoid damage to them when power is restored.

  • Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed to prevent food from spoiling.

  • Follow safety instructions if using a backup generator.

  • Leave one light turned on, so you'll know when the power is restored.

Tips for a Winter Outage

  • Settle in a room on the warm side of the house, away from prevailing winds.

  • If you have an unvented, fuel-burning space heater, place it on a level, non-flammable surface. Cross-ventilate by opening a window an inch on each side of the room. Never leave a space heater unattended.

  • If temperatures fall to near freezing in your home, open all faucets so they drip.

  • Close off as many rooms as possible, unless you need to ventilate a space heater.

  • Don't use cooking equipment to create heat.

  • Use the fireplace if you have one.

Tips for a Summer Outage

  • Dress in loose, lightweight clothing.

  • Stay on the coolest, lowest level of your home.

  • Use natural ventilation to cool homes, and consider purchasing battery-powered fans.

  • Drink plenty of water.

  • Use safe, alternative food preparations, like an outdoor grill.

  • Check on friends and relatives, especially children, seniors, and those with medical conditions or disabilities.

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Calhoun County Electric Cooperative Association 

1015 Tonawanda St. P.O. Box 312

Rockwell City, IA 50579

Office: 712-297-7112

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Calhoun County Electric Cooperative Association is an electrical distribution cooperative serving Calhoun county and areas of Webster, Sac, Pocahontas and Greene counties.

 

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • About Your Cooperative
      • About Calhoun County Electric Cooperative Association
      • About Touchstone Energy
      • Our Mission and Values
      • Employees
      • Where's the Power Come From
      • Articles of Incorporation/By-Laws
      • Careers
    • Board of Directors
      • Your Board of Directors
      • Board Election Information
      • Board Meeting Schedule
  • Member Information
    • My Membership
      • Pay My Bill
      • How to Read Your Statement
      • Rates
      • New Member Information
    • Forms
      • Membership Application
      • Sales Tax Exemption Form
      • Text Message Alerts & Email Notifications
    • Automatic Bill Pay and Paperless Billing Forms
      • Online Automatic Bill Pay and Paperless Statement Form
      • Automatic Bill Pay & Paperless Statement
      • Paperless Statements
      • Automatic Bill Pay
      • Automatic Credit/Debit Card
    • Annual Meeting
      • Annual Meeting
    • Community
      • Co-op Connections
      • Homeward, Inc.
    • Mobile App
      • How to Use our Mobile App
  • Outages & Safety
    • Outage Resources
      • IAEC Outage Map
      • Outage Tips/Preparedness
      • If an Outage Occurs
    • Safety Resources
      • Grain Bin Safety
      • Call Before You Dig- 811
  • Community & News
    • News
      • Member Newsletter
        • Member Challenge Submission
      • Iowa Electric Cooperative Living
    • Opportunities
      • Scholarships
        • Basin Electric Power Cooperative
        • Calhoun County Electric Cooperative
      • Youth Tour- Washington D.C.
      • Energy Trail Tour
    • Community
      • Revolving Loan Fund
  • Energy Center
    • Products
      • Electric Grills & Smokers
      • Marathon Water Heaters
      • Electric Heaters
    • Rebates
      • Rebate Forms
    • Renewable Energy
      • CCECA Solar Demonstration Project
      • Distributed Generation Tariff Section
    • Electric Vehicles
  • Contact Us