[{"id":719,"date":"2026-04-02T15:49:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T15:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/?page_id=719"},"modified":"2026-04-07T18:51:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T18:51:46","slug":"privacy-policy-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/privacy-policy-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>SMS Communications Privacy Policy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"> Effective Date: April 2, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>Objective<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Yazoo Valley Electric Power Association (\u201cYVEPA,\u201d \u201cwe,\u201d \u201cour,\u201d or \u201cus\u201d) provides safe, reliable electric service and values your trust. The SMS Communications Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our website and services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>Information We Collect<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We may collect personal information through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf E-newsletters<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Contact requests<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Account registration<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Service-related forms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Information collected may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Name<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Address<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf City, State, ZIP\/postal code<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Phone numbers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Email addresses<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>How We Use Your Information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We use your information to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Communicate with you<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Provide and improve services<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Process transactions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Send account updates and service notifications<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Outage Communications<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>SMS\/Text Messaging Privacy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By providing your mobile number and opting in, you expressly consent to receive recurring automated text messages from YVEPA. We may use your phone number to send outage alerts, account notifications, billing reminders, and service updates. Messages may be sent using an automated system. Consent to receive e SMS messages is not a condition of receiving electric service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Mobile information and opt-in consent will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf We do not sell, rent, or lease your mobile information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Message frequency may vary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Message and data rates may apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf You may opt-in by signing up for alerts or providing your phone number during account setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf You may opt out at any time by replying STOP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf For assistance, please contact us at 662-746-4251.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>Sharing of Personal Information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We do not sell, rent, lease, or exchange your personal information with other organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We may disclose information only when necessary to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Provide services<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Comply with legal obligations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Protect our rights and operations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>Security<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We use physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect your information and prevent unauthorized access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>Cookies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We may use cookies to enhance your experience. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>Third-Party Links<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>Your Choices<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may request to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Remove your information from our mailing lists<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Update or correct your information<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please contact us to make these requests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>Contact Us<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yazoo Valley Electric Power Association <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcde 662-746-4251 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf10 https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>SMS Terms &amp; Conditions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These SMS Terms &amp; Conditions (\u201cTerms\u201d) govern your use of the text messaging services (\u201cSMS Program\u201d) offered by Yazoo Valley Electric Power Association (\u201cYVEPA,\u201d \u201cwe,\u201d \u201cour,\u201d or \u201cus\u201d).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By opting in to our SMS Program, you agree to these Terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>Program Description<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>YVEPA provides SMS alerts related to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Outages and restoration updates<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Account notifications<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Billing reminders<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Service updates<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Cooperative announcements<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Other information of interest to Yazoo Valley membership<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>Message Frequency<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Message frequency varies. Recurring messages may be sent.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SMS Communications Privacy Policy Effective Date: April 2, 2026 Objective Yazoo Valley Electric Power Association (\u201cYVEPA,\u201d \u201cwe,\u201d \u201cour,\u201d or \u201cus\u201d) provides safe, reliable electric service and values your trust. The SMS Communications Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our website and &#8230; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/privacy-policy-2\/\">Read More 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Member Information"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"791\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/New-Member-Handbook-updated-2025-1_Page_01-791x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/New-Member-Handbook-updated-2025-1_Page_01-791x1024.jpg 791w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/New-Member-Handbook-updated-2025-1_Page_01-232x300.jpg 232w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/New-Member-Handbook-updated-2025-1_Page_01-768x994.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/New-Member-Handbook-updated-2025-1_Page_01-1187x1536.jpg 1187w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/New-Member-Handbook-updated-2025-1_Page_01-940x1216.jpg 940w, 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https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/New-Member-Handbook-updated-2025-1.pdf<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-672","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/672","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=672"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/672\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=672"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":560,"date":"2023-09-27T20:53:39","date_gmt":"2023-09-27T20:53:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/3b3ad6c805459debdf24165a63bc1fa1\/?page_id=560"},"modified":"2023-09-27T21:02:19","modified_gmt":"2023-09-27T21:02:19","slug":"solar-review-tool","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/solar-review-tool\/","title":{"rendered":"Solar Review Tool"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"631\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/solar-graphic-1024x631.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/solar-graphic-1024x631.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/solar-graphic-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/solar-graphic-768x474.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/solar-graphic-1080x666.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/solar-graphic.jpg 1484w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Is adding the solar panels to your home the right decision for you? 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Click the button below for a tool that will help you &#8230; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/solar-review-tool\/\">Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-560","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/560","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=560"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/560\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=560"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":506,"date":"2023-09-27T19:49:39","date_gmt":"2023-09-27T19:49:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/3b3ad6c805459debdf24165a63bc1fa1\/?page_id=506"},"modified":"2025-02-25T15:39:17","modified_gmt":"2025-02-25T15:39:17","slug":"reconnect-service-agreements","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/reconnect-service-agreements\/","title":{"rendered":"Reconnect Service Agreements"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Graphic-1-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Graphic-1-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Graphic-1-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Graphic-1-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Graphic-1-1536x807.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Graphic-1-2048x1076.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Graphic-1-1080x567.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Following damage to your electrical system caused by fire, flooding, lightning or damaging storms, it is necessary to have the system inspected by a qualified electrician before we can safely reconnect your service. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Clink the links below for printable forms required to restore your service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reconnecting service after a fire<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Reconnect-Inspection-Agreement-Fire-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Reconnect-Inspection-Agreement-Fire-1.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reconnecting service after a flood<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Reconnect-Inspection-Agreement-Flood-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Reconnect-Inspection-Agreement-Flood-1.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reconnecting service after <\/strong>lightning damage<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Reconnect-Inspection-Agreement-Lightning.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Reconnect-Inspection-Agreement-Lightning.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reconnecting service after storm damage<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Reconnect-Inspection-Agreement-Storm.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Reconnect-Inspection-Agreement-Storm.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Following damage to your electrical system caused by fire, flooding, lightning or damaging storms, it is necessary to have the system inspected by a qualified electrician before we can safely reconnect your service. Clink the links below for printable forms required to restore your service. Reconnecting service after a fire &#8230; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/reconnect-service-agreements\/\">Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-506","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/506","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=506"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/506\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=506"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":420,"date":"2022-02-17T21:37:43","date_gmt":"2022-02-17T21:37:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/3b3ad6c805459debdf24165a63bc1fa1\/?page_id=420"},"modified":"2025-09-24T13:47:47","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T13:47:47","slug":"job-openings","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/job-openings\/","title":{"rendered":"Job Openings"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/yvepa-logo-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-378\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/yvepa-logo-2.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/yvepa-logo-2-300x111.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1275\" height=\"1650\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Job-Opening-Right-of-way-Technician-12-6-2022.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-645\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Job-Opening-Right-of-way-Technician-12-6-2022.jpg 1275w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Job-Opening-Right-of-way-Technician-12-6-2022-232x300.jpg 232w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Job-Opening-Right-of-way-Technician-12-6-2022-791x1024.jpg 791w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Job-Opening-Right-of-way-Technician-12-6-2022-768x994.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Job-Opening-Right-of-way-Technician-12-6-2022-1187x1536.jpg 1187w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Job-Opening-Right-of-way-Technician-12-6-2022-940x1216.jpg 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1275px) 100vw, 1275px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-420","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/420","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=420"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/420\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=420"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":294,"date":"2021-12-28T17:05:47","date_gmt":"2021-12-28T17:05:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/3b3ad6c805459debdf24165a63bc1fa1\/?page_id=294"},"modified":"2023-09-27T13:47:44","modified_gmt":"2023-09-27T13:47:44","slug":"electric-safety-during-and-after-storms","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/electric-safety-during-and-after-storms\/","title":{"rendered":"Electric Safety"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Severe storms and natural disasters can cause a variety of electrical safety hazards in and around our homes. Lightning, downed power lines, and floods are just a few of the serious safety concerns associated with storms. Unfortunately, many of these electrical safety hazards remain long after the storm itself has passed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help protect you from storm-related electrical hazards, here are the answers to some common storm safety questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>The topics focused on below include:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lightning<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Power Lines<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flooded Areas<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wet Electrical Equipment<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Portable Generators<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Post-Evacuation Procedures<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#0910ef\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"959\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/lighting-safety2-1024x959.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-295\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/lighting-safety2-1024x959.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/lighting-safety2-300x281.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/lighting-safety2-768x719.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/lighting-safety2-1080x1011.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/lighting-safety2.jpg 1134w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lightning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em><span style=\"color:#f80445\" class=\"has-inline-color\">What should I do if I am caught outside during a lightning storm?<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Move to a low point. Lightning hits the tallest available object, so get down low in a crouched position if you are in an exposed area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay away from trees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid metal. Don\u2019t hold on to metal items like bats, golf clubs, fishing rods, tennis rackets, or tools. Stay away from metal sheds, clotheslines, poles and fences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay away from water, including pools, lakes, puddles and anything damp\u2014like grass.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t stand close to other people. Spread out.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f7031f\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Is there any warning before lightning strikes?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not necessarily, but sometimes. If you feel a tingling sensation or your hair stands on end, lightning may be about to strike. Do not lie down. Instead, crouch down, tuck your head and cover your ears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f80511\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Am I safer in or out of my car?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not leave your vehicle during a thunderstorm. A vehicle is considered safe during a thunderstorm if it is fully enclosed with a metal top. While inside a safe vehicle do not use electronic devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f4040c\" class=\"has-inline-color\">The storm is still raging outside. Are we safe from lightning if we stay inside the house?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these indoor lightning safety tips to help keep your family safe inside while it\u2019s storming outside:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To avoid lightning strikes, stay away from windows and doors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If possible, unplug electronic equipment before the storm arrives. Avoid contact with electrical equipment and cords during storms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid contact with water and plumbing, including sinks, baths and faucets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f50810\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Can I talk on the telephone during an electrical storm?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use corded telephones only for emergencies. Cordless or cellular phones are safe to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f5060e\" class=\"has-inline-color\">I have an outside dog. Is it OK to leave him out there during a lightning storm?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Doghouses are not lightning-safe, and chained animals can easily become victims of lightning strikes. You should consider bringing your pets inside to protect them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"874\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/downed-power-line-files-1024x874.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-297\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/downed-power-line-files-1024x874.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/downed-power-line-files-300x256.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/downed-power-line-files-768x656.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/downed-power-line-files-1080x922.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/downed-power-line-files.jpg 1490w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Power Lines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f6070f\" class=\"has-inline-color\">What should I do if I encounter a downed power line?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you see a downed power line, move at least 10 feet away from the line and anything touching it. The human body is a ready conductor of electricity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The proper way to move away from the line is to shuffle away with small steps, keeping your feet together and on the ground at all times. This will minimize the potential for a strong electric shock. Electricity wants to move from a high voltage zone to a low voltage zone\u2014and it could do that through your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f40612\" class=\"has-inline-color\">What can I do to help someone who has come in contact with a downed power line?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you see someone who is in direct or indirect contact with the downed line, do not touch the person. You could become the next victim. Call 911 instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f20713\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Can I use something that is not metal to try to move a downed power line myself?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not attempt to move a downed power line or anything in contact with the line by using another object such as a broom or stick. Even non-conductive materials like wood or cloth, if slightly wet, can conduct electricity and then electrocute you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f30723\" class=\"has-inline-color\">What should I do if I see a downed power line in the street while I am driving my car?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not drive over downed power lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f3040c\" class=\"has-inline-color\">What if a power line comes down onto my car or I didn\u2019t see it until I\u2019ve driven into it?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are in your car and it is in contact with the downed line, stay in your car. Tell others to stay away from your vehicle and call 911.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you must leave your car because it\u2019s on fire, jump out of the vehicle with both feet together and avoid contact with the live car and the ground at the same time. This way you avoid being the path of electricity from the car to the earth. Shuffle away from the car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f50612\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Is a downed power line still dangerous if it has come down in water, like a pool or pond?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Water is a good conductor of electricity. Any amount of water\u2014even a puddle\u2014could become energized. Be careful not to touch water\u2014or anything in contact with the water\u2014near where there is a downed power line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"991\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/flood-safety-991x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/flood-safety-991x1024.jpg 991w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/flood-safety-290x300.jpg 290w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/flood-safety-768x794.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/flood-safety-1080x1116.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/flood-safety-1045x1080.jpg 1045w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/flood-safety.jpg 1263w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 991px) 100vw, 991px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Flooded Areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f10521\" class=\"has-inline-color\">My basement has flooded and there is standing water. Is it safe to go down there?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use extreme care when stepping into flooded areas. Submerged outlets or electrical cords can energize water, posing a lethal trap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f6070f\" class=\"has-inline-color\">My washer, dryer, and a few other appliances got really wet during the flood. Can I start using them again after they dry out?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use electrical appliances that have been wet until they have been examined by a qualified service repair dealer. Electrical equipment exposed to water can be extremely dangerous if re-energized without proper reconditioning or replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f00511\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Does a flood affect my home\u2019s electrical system, too, or just the appliances?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Electrical items, such as circuit breakers, fuses, ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs), receptacles, plugs, and switches, can malfunction when water and silt get inside. Discard them if they have been submerged. Have a licensed, qualified professional replace them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f5040c\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Can flooded outside areas be dangerous too?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Downed power lines or submerged outlets from adjacent homes could energize the water. Use extreme caution when entering any flooded area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"932\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/safety-first-1024x932.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-302\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/safety-first-1024x932.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/safety-first-300x273.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/safety-first-768x699.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/safety-first-1080x983.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/safety-first.jpg 1274w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wet Electrical Equipment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f10519\" class=\"has-inline-color\">My home wasn\u2019t flooded, but some electrical appliances have gotten wet. Do the same safety rules listed above apply to my situation?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes\u2014they still apply. Do not use electrical appliances that have been wet until they have been examined by a qualified service repair dealer. Water can damage the motors in electrical appliances, such as furnaces, freezers, refrigerators, washing machines, and dryers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"910\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/generator-safety-910x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/generator-safety-910x1024.jpg 910w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/generator-safety-267x300.jpg 267w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/generator-safety-768x864.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/generator-safety-1080x1215.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/generator-safety-960x1080.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/generator-safety.jpg 1262w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 910px) 100vw, 910px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Portable Generators<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f10813\" class=\"has-inline-color\">I bought a new generator so that I\u2019d be prepared for the next power outage. Is there anything special I should know about installing it?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We strongly recommend having a licensed electrician install your home generator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, make sure your generator is properly grounded in accordance with the manufacturer\u2019s instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f60723\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Can\u2019t I just plug my generator directly into one of my home\u2019s outlets?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not connect generators directly to the household wiring unless an appropriate transfer switch has been installed by a licensed, qualified electrician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f3071b\" class=\"has-inline-color\">What could happen if I don\u2019t have a transfer switch installed?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without the proper transfer switch, power provided by the generator can \u201cbackfeed\u201d along the power lines, creating a significant electrocution hazard for anyone coming in contact with the lines, including line workers making repairs to the system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f3071b\" class=\"has-inline-color\">I\u2019ve heard that generators should be kept dry. Can I run it in my garage to protect it from the rain?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Never operate a generator inside your home or in any other enclosed\u2014or even partially enclosed\u2014area. Generators very quickly produce carbon monoxide, which can easily enter your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Place the generator on a dry surface under an open, canopy-like structure. Do not operate the generator in wet conditions or where there is standing water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f7071b\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Can\u2019t I just open the garage door to provide ventilation for the carbon monoxide?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opening windows or doors or using fans does not provide adequate ventilation to prevent the build-up of carbon monoxide. Generators must be located outside a safe distance away from your home\u2019s windows, doors, and vents, through which carbon monoxide can enter your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#f4060e\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>How far away from the house is a safe distance<\/strong><\/mark><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#f90713\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>?<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always run a generator at last 20 feet from your home and direct exhaust away from the home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember your neighbors, too. Keep your generator a safe distance away from their homes as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f50713\" class=\"has-inline-color\">What exactly is carbon monoxide?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Carbon monoxide (CO) is a poisonous gas that is created when common fuels such as natural gas, oil, wood, or coal burn incompletely. This odorless, colorless, tasteless gas is often called the \u201csilent killer\u201d because it is virtually undetectable without the use of detection technology like a CO alarm. High levels of carbon monoxide can be fatal within minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f40626\" class=\"has-inline-color\">What are the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning may include fatigue, shortness of breath, drowsiness, headache, and nausea. Get to fresh air right away if you feel dizzy or weak while running your generator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f10713\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Is there anything else I should do to protect my family from carbon monoxide produced by my generator?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure that there is at least one battery-operated or battery-backup carbon monoxide alarm in your home. Test it before using your generator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#ef0418\" class=\"has-inline-color\">How many appliances can I plug into my generator at one time? Can I use it for my window air conditioner and my refrigerator at the same time?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The capacity of generators varies. Follow the manufacturer\u2019s instruction carefully. Do not overload the generator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"977\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/storm-pantry-977x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-299\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/storm-pantry-977x1024.jpg 977w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/storm-pantry-286x300.jpg 286w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/storm-pantry-768x805.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/storm-pantry-1080x1132.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/storm-pantry-1030x1080.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/storm-pantry.jpg 1269w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 977px) 100vw, 977px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Post-Evacuation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#ec0813\" class=\"has-inline-color\">The storm is finally over. Can I go home now?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First and foremost, do not return home until you confirm that is is safe to do so with the appropriate local authorities. Once they give the go-ahead:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Return home during daylight hours, especially if power has not been restored. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you smell gas, leave the premises and notify emergency authorities immediately. Do not turn on lights, light matches, or engage in any activity that could create a spark.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"color:#f00810\" class=\"has-inline-color\">I\u2019ve been told by my local authorities that I can return home now, but could there still be electrical dangers in and around my home?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Even if you have been told that is is safe to return home, you should still take precautions to protect yourself from electrical hazards posed by downed power lines, flooded areas, and water-damaged appliances and electrical equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Severe storms and natural disasters can cause a variety of electrical safety hazards in and around our homes. Lightning, downed power lines, and floods are just a few of the serious safety concerns associated with storms. Unfortunately, many of these electrical safety hazards remain long after the storm itself has &#8230; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/electric-safety-during-and-after-storms\/\">Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-294","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/294","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=294"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/294\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=294"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":90,"date":"2021-11-01T21:28:28","date_gmt":"2021-11-01T21:28:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/216.104.34.14\/~yazoovalley\/?page_id=90"},"modified":"2026-02-02T14:05:53","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T14:05:53","slug":"news","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/index.php\/news\/","title":{"rendered":"News"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Red-Illustrative-Important-Announcemnet-Instagram-Post-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-708\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Red-Illustrative-Important-Announcemnet-Instagram-Post-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Red-Illustrative-Important-Announcemnet-Instagram-Post-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Red-Illustrative-Important-Announcemnet-Instagram-Post-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Red-Illustrative-Important-Announcemnet-Instagram-Post-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Red-Illustrative-Important-Announcemnet-Instagram-Post-940x940.png 940w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Red-Illustrative-Important-Announcemnet-Instagram-Post.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/4-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/4-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/4-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/4-940x627.jpg 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fewer than 1,000 outages remain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sunday marked an important milestone in our storm restoration efforts. Outages are now below 1,000, and with fair weather ahead, crews are in a strong position to continue making steady progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the ground remains saturated and tracked equipment is still in high demand, conditions should continue improving as we move forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Crews restored power in several areas across our system today. This is not a complete list, but it highlights some of the higher-concentration restoration zones: Bee Lake Rd., Belmont Rd., Spruill Rd., McGee Rd., Thornton-Tolarsville Rd., Upper Louisville Rd., James Rd., Galilee Rd., Rosebank\u2013Mt. Olive Rd., Redmond Rd., Rusche Rd., Cox Rd., Ebenezer Rd., 15 Mile Bayou Rd., parts of Bell Rd., Haymer Lane, and areas along Highway 17.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, two-man service crews moved quickly throughout the system picking up downed wire, restoring service, and scouting areas that were not accessible earlier in the restoration process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As we enter this next phase, we will begin reallocating manpower and equipment. Larger crews will be divided into smaller teams so resources can better match the remaining outages and allow for more targeted restoration work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most importantly, we want to sincerely thank our members for your patience and understanding throughout this restoration. We know the past several days have been difficult, and we are grateful for the support you\u2019ve shown as our crews work as safely and quickly as possible to restore every remaining outage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re ready to start the week strong tomorrow and keep the momentum going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ice-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ice-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ice-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ice-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ice-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ice-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ice-1-940x627.jpg 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Winter Storm causes extended outages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yazoo Valley Electric Power Association experience catastrophic damage throughout the entire service area caused by Winter Storm Fern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Electric cooperatives across the state are reporting damage that is worse than the 1994 ice storm. Unlike that storm, Fern caused significant damage farther south and is impacting more utilities, homes, and businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over 100 workers from other electric cooperatives and contractors are helping with the restoration. Power has been restored for thousands of members, but there is still significant damage that will take time to repair. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yazoo Valley is urging members to be prepared for extended outages and to make arrangements to relocate if anyone has a medical condition that requires power. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yazoo Valley is posting numerous daily updates of Facebook in an effort to keep members informed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Amended Annual Meeting Notice Mailed to Members<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We wish to inform our valued members of an error in the Annual Meeting notice dated September 20, 2023. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The initial notice incorrectly mentioned the election of three directors. The correct number is two directors, each to be elected for a three-year term. A corrected notice was issued on September 26, 2023, and will be mailed to each member. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Members who have already sent in their proxy from the September 20th notice do not need to resend it. However, a proxy from either the original or amended notice can be submitted, with only the latest returned proxy being recognized as valid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Annual Meeting remains on schedule for November 14, 2023, at 1:00 p.m., at the C.H. Shelton Office Complex at 2255 Gordon Avenue, Yazoo City, Mississippi. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We apologize for any confusion and appreciate your understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ANNUAL MEETING SET FOR NOVEMBER 14<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <\/strong>The Annual Meeting of Members of Yazoo Valley Electric Power Association will be held Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at the office of the Association in Yazoo City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; At this meeting, two directors will be elected to serve a three-year term each. Of the two directors to be elected, one must be a Yazoo Valley member and resident of Yazoo, Holmes or Humphreys County. The other director must be a Yazoo Valley member and resident of Warren, Sharkey or Issaquena County. A committee to consider and make nominations for directors of the Association was appointed at an August meeting of the board of directors. Members appointed to serve on this committee are Houston Cohea, James T. Henry, Will Jones, Dianne Lewis, Jamie Peaster, Mary Tucker, and Rosemary Watson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Committee will meet at a time and place set by the board of directors and shall prepare and post a list of nominations for board members at the main office of the Association at least thirty days before the annual meeting. Any 50 members acting together may make other nominations by petition, and the Secretary shall post such nominations at the same place where the list of nominations by the Committee is posted. Nominations made by petition, to be effective, must be received by the Association at least 10 days before the meeting.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; At least 30 days before the date of the annual meeting, each member will receive a notice stating the place, day and hour of the meeting. Such notice will include the number of directors to be elected and the names and addresses of the candidates nominated by the committee on nominations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; At the annual meeting, a report will be made to the members on the operation of the Association for the past year, and all business coming before the meeting will be transacted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>RATE CHANGES AND WHAT THEY MEAN FOR YOU<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q. When was the last rate increase?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A. <\/strong>A 2017 study resulted in the need to increase residential and general service rates to recover their share in the organization&#8217;s operation cost. Those increases went into effect in 2019, and since then, there have only been small increases related to the rise in the cost of power charged by our wholesale energy provider.<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q. Where can I find copies of the rate schedules?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A. <\/strong>Copies of the rate schedules will be available after January 3, 2023. You can receive a paper copy from our office. You can also view the rate schedule on our website at www.yazoovalley.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp; <strong>Q. What is Yazoo Valley doing to keep costs down?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A. <\/strong>Yazoo Valley seeks to control costs by maintaining a small but effective workforce and utilizing technology to streamline and gain efficiency in our work processes. Competitive bidding of contracts and material purchases and working within a defined annual budget contribute to the control of increases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q. What can I do to reduce my electric cost and save money?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A. <\/strong>Yazoo Valley offers several payment options to save you time and special trips to the office, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mobile Payments with the Yazoo Valley App<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Auto Draft&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Online Payments<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Budget Billing&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Paperless E-billing&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Making sure your home is energy efficient is essential in saving money on your electric bill. Members can find useful energy efficiency information on our website and Yazoo Valley Electric Power Association Facebook page. You can also visit our office, where we have different energy efficiency handouts in our lobby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, members can request an appointment to conduct energy\/bill audits and find ways to reduce usage and save on their bills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q. Why are rate adjustments necessary?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A. <\/strong>Yazoo Valley&#8217;s Board of Directors and executive staff continuously monitor the organization&#8217;s financial stability to determine if or when a rate increase is necessary. Recently, Yazoo Valley hired an independent accounting and engineering firm to conduct a cost-of-service study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost-of-service study indicated the need for change. Like any business, Yazoo Valley has increasing costs through payroll, materials, and supplies. The past year and a half have been particularly challenging from both supply and cost perspectives, with inflation rates exceeding 8 percent annually.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Weather-related damage to the electrical system is also an ongoing issue. In past years we&#8217;ve had numerous river floods and destructive tornadoes. The 2010 Yazoo City tornado cost the Association over three million dollars. Tornadoes in April 2017 caused over a half-million in damage. An ice storm in early 2021 caused a quarter-million in damage. The Association can only absorb the cost of some of those events year-over-year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, our energy provider increased the cost of power on January 1, 2023. This increase drives around 70% of the total cost to the Yazoo Valley members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q. When will I see the changes on my bill?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A. <\/strong>The new rates will be effective with billings dated after January 1, 2023<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q. How much will my bill increase?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A. <\/strong>The recent cost of service study ensures that each member pays their fair share. The impact for individual accounts may vary based on rate class and usage. The most significant difference is the change in the kilowatt-hour charge, which has increased for residential and general service rate classes. Based on average annual usage, Residential and General Service members will see the following adjustments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The average Residential member (Rate 9) will pay&nbsp;$5.33&nbsp;more monthly. The increase, based on kilowatt-hour usage, will increase the average residential bill by approximately 3.1%.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The availability charge for General Service accounts (Rate 1), including camps, barns, hobby shops, and other seasonal or low-use loads, will increase&nbsp;by $1.00 per month.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Additionally, the kilowatt-hour rate will increase. The average account in this rate will see a billing increase of approximately $5.07, an increase of 5.48%.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q. What makes up the Availability Charge?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A. <\/strong><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>The Availability Charge provides funds to maintain the reliable service our members have come to expect for over 85 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Availability Charge covers items such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vehicles, equipment, poles, wires, and transformers, and the labor needed to build and maintain the electrical system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New technologies to increase efficiency and reliability and shorten response time on outages and service calls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Liability insurance, interest, and taxes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency storm restoration after storms, tornados, and hurricanes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each Yazoo Valley member benefits from using reliable electric service available when they are ready to use it. The Availability Charge ensures that everyone with access to reliable electric service pays a fair share of the cooperative&#8217;s fixed costs, not dependent on usage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meter Tampering Policy updated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yazoo Valley Electric Power Association has updated its policy regarding tampering with meters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cases involving meter tampering usually involve individuals attempting to steal electricity. This is not only illegal, it is extremely dangerous. Meter tampering can result in fatal electric shocks or cause fires. In addition to those who are attempting to modify the meters this practice can also put our employees at risk.  There will be financial costs and possible legal penalties for anyone caught tampering with meters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The full updated policy appears below:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>POLICY OF YAZOO VALLEY ELECTRIC POWER ASSOCIATION<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SUBJECT:&nbsp;<strong>Meter Tampering, Electric Distribution Facilities Tampering, and Diversion of Electric &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.&nbsp;Summary<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Meter tampering, electric distribution facilities tampering, and the diversion or stealing of electricity is dangerous and puts our members and employees at risk. Any alteration of a meter or other electric facilities could result in electrocution, electrical burns, or other serious personal injuries. There is also the chance of sparking a fire, which could damage property. Meter tampering and the diversion of electricity is also a crime punishable by Mississippi law. Furthermore, as a cooperative, we are owned by our members, and the financial impact of meter tampering and electricity theft is felt by all our members. This policy is intended to address and establish the consequences of meter tampering and the diversion of electric current by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A: any member (which, as used in this policy, includes a joint member);<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B: any resident of a member\u2019s household;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C: any person under the control of or acting on behalf of a member;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D: any employee of a member;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>F: any independent contractor of a member; or any invitee or licensee of a member.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.&nbsp;Policy<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Prohibited Acts.<\/strong> <\/em>Meter tampering, electric distribution facilities tampering, and the diversion or stealing of electric current is strictly prohibited. Members needing to perform work on their electric service at the meter base should contact Yazoo Valley Electric Power Association (\u201c<strong>YVEPA\u201d) <\/strong>to request a temporary disconnect. No member or any other person(s) identified in items A. through F. above, including, but not limited to, licensed electrical contractors, shall remove, install, or tamper with YVEPA\u2019s electric meters, wiring, apparatuses, or any other electric distribution facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Discontinuance of Service.<\/strong> <\/em>If YVEPA suspects meter tampering or the diversion of electric current, YVEPA may disconnect the member\u2019s electric service and report the matter to local authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Fees, Adjustments, and Other Payments<\/strong>. <\/em>In addition to any penalties which may be imposed for any violations of Mississippi law, a violation of this policy will subject the member whose name appears on the account for the service location to a violation payment of up to $1,000.00 for the first offense and a violation payment of up to $2,000.00 for each subsequent offense, plus service call charges and the costs of labor and replacement parts. The member will also be billed for the estimated charge of un-metered service. If the estimated amount of un-metered service cannot be determined, the member may be required to pay up to six (6) months of the member\u2019s average electricity bill for the immediately preceding twelve (12) months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Restoration of Service.<\/strong> <\/em>Service will not be restored until all payments for the following are received by YVEPA:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Adjusted payment for un-metered electric service;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B: Violation payment;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C: All service call charges;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D: Labor;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>E: Replacement parts; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>F: Service charge for reconnecting service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Service will be reconnected only during regular working hours, Monday though Friday, except in the case of an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Customer Payment Liability. <\/strong><\/em>Any discontinuance of service by YVEPA shall not release the member from liability for payment for service already received or from liability for payments that thereafter become due.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Liability for Cut-Offs.<\/strong> <\/em>YVEPA shall not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from the discontinuance of service as a result of a violation of this policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Member Who is Responsible.<\/strong> <\/em>The member(s) whose name(s) appear(s) on the application for service is (are) the member(s) responsible for payment of all fees and charges assessed for a violation of this policy. That member is also responsible for any policy violations that occur at the service location. Personal acts or participation by the member in any such violation shall not be necessary to impose personal responsibility on the member.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Refusal of Service.<\/strong> <\/em>YVEPA shall have the right to refuse to render service to an applicant for membership or to any member of an applicant&#8217;s household who is living at the same address whenever such person(s) is (are) delinquent on any payment to YVEPA under this policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Lineman1-1024x563.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Lineman1-1024x563.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Lineman1-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Lineman1-768x423.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Lineman1-1080x594.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Lineman1.jpg 1463w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wade O&#8217;Briant named 2022 Lineman of the Year<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes Mama knows best.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That was certainly the case for Yazoo Valley Electric\u2019s Wade O\u2019Briant when his mother Donna urged him to consider a different career path.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After graduating from Winona Christian School in 2009, O\u2019Briant planned to go to work in the oil field. His older brother Zac was already working in the oil industry and had a job lined up for Wade.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cMy mama begged me to go take my ACT just to see how I would do,\u201d he said. \u201cShe wanted me to try lineman school. I didn\u2019t want to do it. I didn\u2019t really know anything about being a lineman. I had no idea.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Things changed quickly when O\u2019Briant arrived at lineman school at Holmes Community College.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI ended up going to lineman school to make her happy, but the first time I climbed a pole I fell in love with it,\u201d he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>O\u2019Briant was hired by Yazoo Valley Electric immediately after completing lineman school. Thirteen years later he continues to find lineman work rewarding.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI love being outside, and I love helping people,\u201d he said. \u201cIt feels like you\u2019re doing something worthwhile when you\u2019re out there getting people\u2019s power back on. Of course it gets aggravating at times, but I wouldn\u2019t change anything. I may complain sometimes, but there\u2019s really nothing in the world I\u2019d rather be doing.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>O\u2019Briant enjoys the variety of situations he finds himself in doing linework.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIt stays interesting because you\u2019re doing something different every day,\u201d he said. \u201cThere is something different about every job.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>O\u2019Briant has been successful as a lineman. He was recently selected by his peers as Yazoo Valley Electric\u2019s 2022 Lineman of the Year.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When he\u2019s not working, O\u2019Briant and his wife Ashley spend much of their free time helping their three sons, Braxton, 8, and twins Spencer and Stokes, 5, pursue their hobby of racing dirt bikes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cEvery weekend we\u2019re racing dirt bikes somewhere,\u201d he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dirt bike racing is a family tradition. O\u2019Briant and his brother also raced in their younger days.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe traveled all over racing,\u201d he said. \u201cI raced my whole life, until I turned 18 and had to go to work.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The O\u2019Briant family recently built a home on their family land between Durant and West. That came with the added benefit of getting him closer to were he does the majority of his work in Yazoo Valley\u2019s northern territory.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThat\u2019s home to me,\u201d he said.&nbsp; \u201cI consider all of that home.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And many members of Yazoo Valley Electric Power Association who know they can depend on O\u2019Briant to answer the call at any time when the lights go out are grateful for that.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"989\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/space-heater-graphic-989x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/space-heater-graphic-989x1024.jpg 989w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/space-heater-graphic-290x300.jpg 290w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/space-heater-graphic-768x795.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/space-heater-graphic-1080x1118.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/space-heater-graphic-1043x1080.jpg 1043w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/space-heater-graphic.jpg 1114w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 989px) 100vw, 989px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Are Portable Space Heaters Efficient for My Home?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>By Abby Berry<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Small space heaters are meant to do exactly as their name says: heat a small space. But unfortunately, many people use portable space heaters to heat their entire home, which can really take a toll on&nbsp;your energy bills. The truth is, whether you should use space heaters really depends on your home\u2019s efficiency and energy needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re using a space heater to compensate for problems in your home, like inadequate insulation, drafty windows and exterior doors, or an inefficient heating system, space heaters are not a practical solution. Your best bet is to improve the overall efficiency of your home. If you\u2019re on a tight budget, caulking and weather stripping around windows and exterior doors is a low-cost, easy way to save energy. Depending on the size of your home, adding insulation can be a great next step. Loose fill insulation typically costs $1 to $1.50 per square foot. Taking these proactive energy-saving measures rather than relying on space heaters for supplemental warmth can reduce your heating and cooling bills for years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps your home is energy efficient but you\u2019re cold-natured and want a specific room to be cozier than the rest. In this case, a space heater may work for your needs. A good comparison is ceiling fans; we use ceiling fans in the summer to cool people, not rooms. A space heater can be used in a similar way during winter months. Only use a space heater in small spaces that you\u2019re occupying and, if possible, try to shut off other rooms to contain the warmth provided by the space heater. If you decide to use a space heater to heat a small area in your home, make sure the heater is properly sized for the space; most heaters include a general sizing table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A word about safety: the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates more than 25,000 residential fires are associated with the use of space heaters every year, resulting in more than 300 deaths. If you must use a space heater, purchase a newer model that includes the most current safety features and make sure it carries the Underwriter\u2019s Laboratory (UL) label. Choose a thermostatically controlled heater to avoid energy waste and overheating, and place the heater on a level surface away from foot traffic when in use. Always keep children and pets away from space heaters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider alternative ways to stay warm like extra layers of clothing or UL-approved electric blankets. If you have hardwood or tile floors, lay down area rugs to provide additional insulation (and appeal!) and maintain warmth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We know it\u2019s cold out there, but remember in addition to safety concerns, space heaters can greatly increase your energy bills if used improperly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for alternative ways to save energy and increase comfort in your home, contact Yazoo Valley Electric at 662-746-4251. We\u2019re here to help you manage your energy use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Abby Berry writes on consumer and cooperative affairs for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, the national trade association representing more than 900 local electric cooperatives. From growing suburbs to remote farming communities, electric co-ops serve as engines of economic development for 42 million Americans across 56% of the nation\u2019s landscape.<br><br><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"709\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSC01107-1024x709.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSC01107-1024x709.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSC01107-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSC01107-768x531.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSC01107-1536x1063.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSC01107-2048x1417.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSC01107-1080x747.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> Yazoo Valley Electric General Manager Michael Neely presents Jimmy Wayne Pettis with the 2021 MVP Award. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jimmy Wayne Pettis named Yazoo Valley&#8217;s 2021 MVP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Jimmy Wayne Pettis doesn\u2019t like talking about himself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He doesn\u2019t have to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His actions speak for him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 28 years at Yazoo Valley Electric Pettis has developed a reputation as a hard worker who is always dependable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to his consistent performance on the job, Pettis contributes in other meaningful ways \u2013 perhaps most notably by leading Monday morning devotional meetings. Those meetings, which are totally voluntary, are always well attended. That\u2019s probably because the message is always authentic and spoken from the heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Considering all that Pettis does at Yazoo Valley Electric, he may have been the only person who was surprised when he was voted MVP at the annual Employee Awards Banquet this year. Pettis was the overwhelming favorite among his fellow employee voters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAlthough other workers at Yazoo Valley work hard, day in and day out, to serve our members, Jimmy Wayne Pettis stands out,\u201d said General Manager Michael Neely, who has worked with Pettis for the last 15 years. \u201cHe has a servant\u2019s heart and is the epitome of hard work and perseverance. Jim\u2019s work ethic and abilities are equaled by his caring heart and ability to listen to others. I\u2019m honored to have Jim as an employee of this Association and even more honored to have him as a friend.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have to love what you\u2019re doing to be able to stick with a job for nearly three decades. When asked what appeals to him about his work at Yazoo Valley, Pettis didn\u2019t hesitate to answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cBeing able to help people,\u201d he said. \u201cYou basically get paid for community service working here.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pettis was just as quick to answer when asked what makes Yazoo Valley Electric special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cYazoo Valley has always been like a family, and I mean that for real,\u201d Pettis said. \u201cYou hear a lot of companies say that, but Yazoo Valley has always displayed it. We look out for each other. A lot of people preach that, but they don\u2019t really mean it. It happens here.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When asked what advice he would give to a young employee just starting out at Yazoo Valley Electric, Pettis had some simple words of wisdom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cStay the course,\u201d he said. \u201cThat\u2019s the best advice I could give anyone here. If you want to stay at home and have a good job with good benefits and work in a good environment, you just have to stay the course.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fewer than 1,000 outages remain Sunday marked an important milestone in our storm restoration efforts. Outages are now below 1,000, and with fair weather ahead, crews are in a strong position to continue making steady progress. 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Principles"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"663\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/7CooperativePrinciples-1024x663.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-367\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/7CooperativePrinciples-1024x663.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/7CooperativePrinciples-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/7CooperativePrinciples-768x497.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/7CooperativePrinciples-1080x699.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.yazoovalley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/7CooperativePrinciples.jpg 1224w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#f30612\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Voluntary and Open Membership<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cooperatives are voluntary organizations, open to all persons able to use their services and willing to accept the responsibilities of membership, without gender, social, racial, political or religious discrimination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#f20519\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Democratic Member Control<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cooperatives are democratic organizations controlled by their members, who actively participate in setting policies and making decisions. The elected representatives are accountable to the membership. In primary cooperatives, members have equal voting rights (one member, one vote) and cooperatives at other levels are organized in a democratic manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#f20612\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Members\u2019 Economic Participation<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Members contribute equitably to, and democratically control, the capital of their cooperative. At least part of that capital is usually the common property of the cooperative. Members usually receive limited compensation, if any, on capital subscribed as a condition of membership. Members allocate surpluses for any or all of the following purposes: developing the cooperative, possibly by setting up reserves, part of which at least would be indivisible; benefiting members in proportion to their transactions with the cooperative; and supporting other activities approved by the membership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#f2071b\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Autonomy and Independence<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cooperatives are autonomous, self-help organizations controlled by their members. If they enter into agreements with other organizations, including governments, or raise capital from external sources, they do so on terms that ensure democratic control by their members and maintain their cooperative autonomy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#f1071a\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Education, Training, and Information<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cooperatives provide education and training for their members, elected representatives, managers and employees so they can contribute effectively to the development of their cooperatives. They inform the general public, particularly young people and opinion leaders, about the nature and benefits of cooperation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#f10511\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Cooperation Among Cooperatives<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cooperatives serve their members most effectively and strengthen the cooperative movement by working together through local, national, regional and international structures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#f3070f\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Concern for Community<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While focusing on member needs, cooperatives work for the sustainable development of their communities through policies accepted by their members.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Voluntary and Open Membership Cooperatives are voluntary organizations, open to all persons able to use their services and willing to accept the responsibilities of membership, without gender, social, racial, political or religious discrimination. 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