It’s beginning to be that time of year again
Fall is ticking away and soon Vermont’s winter will be here before you know it! There are many things to do in preparation for a Vermont winter. Did you know that every winter, many Vermonters face the possibility of having cold homes because they cannot pay their fuel or utility bills? That is why the WARMTH support program has been put in place. Green Mountain Power Shareholders have contributed $40,000 to WARMTH and Power Partners since 2003. During this same time, our customers have contributed $77,000. Green Mountain Power was involved in setting up this program and continues to offer financial assistance for administrative support and solicits donations from its customers.
With its cold and often stormy weather, winter presents many safety challenges both indoors and out. By being prepared and following safety tips it can help you stay safe and warm this season. It is important to learn how to read your meter, use your electricity efficiently, and be safe around electrical equipment. When preparing for a Vermont winter you want to make sure that your heating equipment is installed properly. In preparation for this, make sure to have a trained specialist inspect your heating system every year. You also want to make sure that if you use a kerosene heater, use only the fuel recommended by the manufacturer. If you use a wood-burning stove, have the chimney connection and flue checked each year. Before the cold weather hits, you should also make sure you have a way to heat your home during a power failure. A lot of times power failures occur during the winter months due to snow storms or other unexpected situations. Remember to keep a multipurpose, dry-chemical fire extinguisher nearby when using alternative heating sources. Lastly, remember that winter tends to bring a lot of downed power lines, which is actually one of the biggest issues during the Vermont winter months. It is very important that Vermonters, know what to do when they see a downed utility line. First of all, you should call your local fire department and then your electric company. I hope these tips for surviving a Vermont winter help you out this winter season!
Green Mountain Power Blog Team
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