Southern Public Power District

PO Box 1687 / 4550 West Husker Hwy
Grand Island, NE 68802-1687
308-384-2350 / 800-579-3019

LeAnne Doose

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Electric Safety: Blankets

Electric blankets and heating pads cause almost 500 fires every year. Almost all of these fires involve electric blankets that are over 10 years old.

To avoid this type of fire, observe these safety tips:

  • Inspect the blanket. Look for dark, charred or frayed spots. Also check the cord, make sure it isn’t cracked or frayed.
  • Do not place anything on top of a heating pad or electric blanket when its in use. This includes pets, or other blankets. This may cause overheating.
  • Never fold electric blankets when they are in use. Folded or tucked-in blankets could also overheat.
  • Never leave an electric blanket unattended, or use one while you are asleep.

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Operation ROUND UP Grants Awarded for Third Quarter, 2019, Totaling $14,946

The following list outlines the recipients of grants from the Operation ROUND UP Program for the Third Quarter of 2019. In all, a total of $14,946 was awarded to projects throughout Southern’s service region:

GILTNER RURAL FIRE
Generator for New Fire Station		$2,000
KENESAW VOLUNTEER FIRE
Conversion for Truck		$2,000
HOLSTEIN RURAL FIRE
Windshield, Radio & Racks 		$1,946
FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Lighting Upgrade		$1,200
ABC DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL
Infant Room Plumbing		 $2,000
FRANKLIN LITTLE FLYERS
Playground Equipment		$2,000
HASTINGS LITERACY PROGRAM
Bookcases		$500

The Operation ROUND UP is now in its Fourth Quarter for the year. If you have a project you would like to submit for consideration, the deadline is Tuesday, December 31. Contact LeAnne Doose at SPPD for more information.