The benefits of electric appliances that revolutionized American homes in the 1920s arrived later to much of the rural Northwest. Smaller communities still used stoves like this until Columbia River hydropower and grid expansion electrified the rural Northwest. #HydroFlowsHere
There is a power outage in the Gilchrist and Crescent areas. A crew is on the way.
There is a power outage in the Silver Lake and Bear Flat Road areas. A crew is on the way.
There was a brief power outage out of the BPA substation that affected four of MEC's substations. Power has been restored.
Colder weather is coming soon and unfortunately so will higher energy bills. Budget Billing can help minimize the impact. Contact our Member Service Department to see if our Budget Billing Program is right for you at 541-536-2126, Option 3.
Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the wildfires devastating areas throughout our beautiful state. In times like this, it is important to stay informed. Thank you to Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Oregon for this list.
Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Oregon
9 September at 17:00 ·
For more information on Oregon fire news please go to the following sites:
https://www.facebook.com/COEmergencyInfo/
https://www.centraloregonfire.org/
https://www.facebook.com/deschutesnationalforest
https://www.facebook.com/R6FWNF
https://www.facebook.com/HolidayFarmFire
https://www.facebook.com/JacksonCountySheriff
https://www.facebook.com/josephinecountyEM
https://www.facebook.com/LaneCountySheriffsOffice
https://www.facebook.com/LinnSheriff
https://www.facebook.com/LionsheadFire
https://www.facebook.com/MCSOInTheKnow
https://www.facebook.com/RedCrossCascades
http://oregonsmoke.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/willamettenf
Now is a good time to sign up for emergency alerts in your county. Click on the corresponding link:
Crook County: https://member.everbridge.net/index/892807736723739#/signup
Deschutes County:
https://member.everbridge.net/892807736723736/login
Jefferson County:
https://member.everbridge.net/892807736724035/login
For more information on Oregon fire news please go to the following sites:
https://www.facebook.com/COEmergencyInfo/
https://www.centraloregonfire.org/
https://www.facebook.com/deschutesnationalforest
https://www.facebook.com/R6FWNF
https://www.facebook.com/HolidayFarmFire
https://www.facebook.com/JacksonCountySheriff
https://www.facebook.com/josephinecountyEM
https://www.facebook.com/LaneCountySheriffsOffice
https://www.facebook.com/LinnSheriff
https://www.facebook.com/LionsheadFire
https://www.facebook.com/MCSOInTheKnow
https://www.facebook.com/RedCrossCascades
http://oregonsmoke.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/willamettenf
Now is a good time to sign up for emergency alerts in your county. Click on the corresponding link:
Crook County: https://member.everbridge.net/index/892807736723739#/signup
Deschutes County:
https://member.everbridge.net/892807736723736/login
Jefferson County:
https://member.everbridge.net/892807736724035/login
Don't forget! During the month of October, we're celebrating National Co-op month and you could be a winner! We're giving away 9 $100 bill credits (5 Coupon Winners AND 4 Facebook Winners). Two ways to enter: 1. Return coupon to MEC 2. Like us on Facebook! #PowerOn
Outage at the Crescent Lake Cut Off affecting approximately 131 members. A crew is on the way.
Did you know MEC was built locally in 1948 and energized in 1952? We're led by local members of the community - not outside investors. That's the beauty of being homegrown! #PowerOn #CoopMonth
During the month of October, we're celebrating National Co-op month and you could be a winner! We're giving away 9 $100 bill credits (5 Coupon Winners AND 4 Facebook Winners). Enter by returning this coupon to MEC or by liking us on Facebook. #PowerOn
October is National #CoopMonth! MEC is proud to provide energy for all the things you love. #PowerOn
Cold weather is coming. Keep cold air out to save energy. Seal air leaks around pipes and any gaps around chimneys and unfinished spaces behind cupboards and closets. #energyefficiency
📷Alyson Hurt
Don't forget to set back your clocks before you go to bed tonight!
Happy Halloween! Don't let your energy bill HAUNT you, enjoy these tips from the US Department of Energy!
YOUTUBE.COM
4 Tips to Keep Your Energy Bill from Haunting You (U.S. Department of Energy)
It’s no trick that Northwest hydropower can generate enough electricity to power 14 Seattle-sized cities. Combine hydro with other renewable energy sources like wind and solar and the benefits of Northwest carbon-free power is almost scary!
We currently have openings for a Distribution Technician and Operations & Engineering Manager. To check them out visit https://www.midstateelectric.coop/careers
Do you know a high school senior, someone wishing to continue their education, or someone who would like to attend lineworker school? MEC’s 2021 scholarship applications are available at mse.coop/scholarship-programs.
The final deadline for submitting applications and all required materials is Monday, May 10.
MIDSTATEELECTRIC.COOP
Scholarship Programs | Midstate Electric Cooperative, Inc
There is an outage in the Fort Rock area. A crew is on their way to determine the cause.
There is an outage in the Fort Rock area. A crew is on the way.
We made it! We hope everyone has a safe and happy new year. See you in 2021!
From all of your friends at Midstate Electric, we hope you and your family have a joyous and bright Christmas!
An outage on Day Road has been caused by a car hitting a pole. A crew is on site.