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Hunter Safety: Keep Deer Stands Away From Utility Poles
Choose your deer stand with safety in mind. This article explains why hunters should stay clear of utility poles and power lines when scouting the right location.
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Sep 241 min read
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August is Safe Digging Month: Call Before You Dig
Damaging underground utility lines can cause service interruptions, injuries, and even death. Call 811 before digging or excavating.
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Aug 191 min read
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Preparing for the Big Hunt: Look Out for Power Lines
As hunting season approaches, excitement builds for time outdoors. But before you head into the woods, make sure electrical safety is part of your preparation checklist.
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Dec 2, 20252 min read
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Communities Gather for NIPCO Touch-a-Truck Events
NIPCO staff engage with community members at two Touch-a-Truck events held in August and September within the NIPCO service territory.

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Nov 3, 20253 min read
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Power Poles: No Posting Zone
Keep utility poles free from personal materials such as balloons, fliers, and metal objects to keep our utility workers safe.
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May 1, 20252 min read
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April is Safe Digging Awareness Month
April is Safe Digging Awareness Month. Before you start any digging project, STOP and call 8-1-1 to request that utility lines be located.
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Apr 24, 20252 min read
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Staying Safe Around Those Green Boxes
Pad-mount transformers are instrumental in power supply, but they can pose potential and severe safety risks when not handled with care.
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May 31, 20242 min read
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Just Give 'Em Some Room!
Follow two simple rules to save lives, avoid receiving a traffic ticket, and prevent the potential loss of your driver’s license.
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May 31, 20242 min read
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Downed Power Line Safety - Always Assume Downed Lines Are Live
Knowing what to do if you encounter utility poles or wires can be a matter of life and death.
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Dec 28, 20231 min read
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