September is National Preparedness Month (CITY, State) — Televised reports of natural disasters where wind is involved frequently display electrical arcs from power lines and damaged transformers. While spectacular in nature, they also illustrate the potential electrocution danger associated with natural disasters. Winds and other forces of nature can tear apart the electrical grid, increasing…
DetailsCITY OF FARMER CITY Informational Meeting Farmer City American Legion 755 Stensel Drive Farmer City IL MONDAY SEPTEMBER 9, 2013 6- 7:30 P.M. Questions, Answers, and comments on the proposed closing of West Street (2 blocks)
DetailsElectricity is such a common presence in modern life that many people do not notice it until the power goes out or an electrical accident happens. Take some time to brush up on your electrical safety knowledge—visit SafeElectricity.org. “Safe Electricity has educational materials available to the public,” says Molly Hall, executive director of the Safe…
DetailsThe City will be flushing hydrants Monday, August 26 – Wednesday August 28.
Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) are an affordable and efficient alternative to traditional incandescent light bulbs. CFLs last longer than incandescent bulbs, require a fraction of the cost to use, and lead to fewer carbon dioxide emissions. CFLs do contain a small amount of mercury. To put it in perspective, you would have to break 100…
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