Memorial Day weekend marked the beginning of the 100 deadliest days of driving, which last through Labor Day. During this time, traffic crashes and fatalities surge. Risk factors include speeding, impaired driving, distracted driving, and failure to wear seat belts. […]
If you’re heading out to enjoy the warm Memorial Day weekend along the Snake River, Idaho Power wants you to know how to stay safe near dams. It’s also National Safety Boating Week — another reminder to stay safe on the water. Idaho Power […]
Flows over Shoshone Falls will ramp up Wednesday, opening a brief window for spectators to enjoy one of Idaho’s most popular scenic attractions. On Tuesday, about 400 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water was flowing over the falls, which […]
May is National Electrical Safety Month, and Idaho Power is sharing ways you can keep your home and family safe. Start by Inspecting power cords and replacing any that are damaged or frayed.
The public walkway across Swan Falls Dam will be closed on weekdays from May through October while Idaho Power performs maintenance on the dam’s spillway. Weekend access will remain open. The closure does not affect the campground, day-use park, museum, […]
With warmer days on the way, Idaho Power encourages customers to take simple steps to boost home comfort and reduce energy use this spring. For more energy-saving tips, visit idahopower.com/save. Alexis Freeman Marketing Specialist afreeman@idahopower.com 208-388-2291
This week is National Work Zone Awareness Week — the perfect opportunity to remind drivers to use caution around work zones. Idaho Power is also asking drivers to help keep their work crews safe near roadways, as they’ve seen numerous […]
Idaho Power’s Swan Falls Powerhouse Museum will open for self-guided tours this Saturday, April 18. The museum, housed in the historic Swan Falls powerhouse adjacent to the current hydropower plant, will be open each Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 […]
As you prepare for more outdoor activities this spring, Idaho Power reminds you that April is Safe Digging Month, and the company is sharing important tips for staying safe while working and playing outdoors. Check out a short video demonstrating […]
As spring field work ramps up, Idaho Power reminds agricultural workers to stay clear of electrical equipment for their own safety. You can find a video at youtube.com/idahopower showing the importance of being safe around overhead lines when doing field work. Jordan […]