Power Restoration
Texas Co-op Crew Turns to Horses to Reach Downed Power Lines
A co-op line crew learns that sometimes horses can be even more handy than bucket trucks.
Co-ops in the Upper Midwest Working to Restore Service to Members Hit by High Winds, Snow and Ice
Persistent winter weather knocks out power to thousands of co-op members.
Nebraska Co-ops and PPDs Complete Power Restoration After Floods, but Long Recovery Ahead
Electric cooperatives and public power districts in Nebraska have completed power restoration as d
Alabama Co-op Concludes Restoration Work Following Deadly Tornadoes
The co-op restored service to members who could safely receive power three days after the storms.
Pacific Snowstorm Rips Co-op Lines in Oregon
Tall trees and heavy snow leave co-op crews with a lot of work in Oregon.
Alaska Co-op’s Response to November Earthquake Pays Off for Members, Wins Kudos
When a big earthquake hit Alaska, co-op staffers checked on their families and got back to work.
‘A New Intensity’: NRECA’s Essence Tool Endures Strenuous Test to Guard Grid
A tough test on a remote island puts NRECA’s tool to protect the electric grid under new intensi
Wisconsin Co-op Races Against the Clock to Replace Underwater Cable Before Deep Freeze
Clock is ticking for tiny Wisconsin co-op to replace line that’s sole power source.
Lodging for Lineworkers During Missouri Emergencies: A Lasting Legacy for a Co-op Leader
When the lights go out in Missouri, co-op crews are welcome at National Guard armories.
A Thankful Widow Praises Co-op Lineworkers Came to Her Aid One Stormy Night
When lightning bumped an 84-year-old widow out of bed, who did she call? Her co-op, of course.