The skies are clearing, which means more people will be on the roads and sidewalks in the coming weeks. Memorial Day weekend was the start of the 100 deadliest days of driving (ending Labor Day weekend). Last year during this […]
Idaho Power Encourages Safe Driving this Summer
Shoshone Falls Flows Will Pick Up This Weekend
Flows over Shoshone Falls will significantly increase this weekend, making the next several weeks the best time to visit one of Idaho’s most popular tourist destinations. Most of the past winter’s abundant snowpack has been captured in upstream reservoirs, which […]
National Safe Boating Week and Dam Safety Day Bring Reminders from Idaho Power
This is National Safe Boating Week, and next Wednesday, May 31, is National Dam Safety Awareness Day. Idaho Power is providing safety reminders for anyone going out on a reservoir or near a dam. Don’t wade, swim, fish or anchor […]
Stay Away from Flooded Electrical Equipment
Recent increases in spring water runoff have caused flooding in several areas of Idaho. Idaho Power is monitoring these areas for impacts to electrical equipment and encourages customers in flooded areas to think safety first. The company urges customers to […]
Safety Warning: Stay Away From Flooded Electrical Equipment
Wet weather and spring runoff are increasing water levels in many places across our region. Some customers are seeing signs of localized flooding. Idaho Power has an important warning: Stay away from flooded or submerged electrical equipment. When transformers (the […]
Idaho Power Vehicle Auction Coming May 20
If you’re in the market for a pickup, ATV, trailer, backhoe or bucket truck, the Idaho Power vehicle auction could be a good first stop. Ada County Highway District and the Idaho Department of Professional and Occupational Licenses are joining […]
Idaho Power Invites Businesses to Electric Vehicle Open House
Idaho Power invites Magic Valley area businesses to join them at an open house to learn about electric vehicles (EV) for fleet operations. Several types of EVs will be on display, including passenger vehicles, a pickup truck, electric forklift, Class-8 […]
May is National Electrical Safety Month
May is National Electrical Safety Month, and Idaho Power is sharing ways to keep your home and loved ones safe: Inspect your power cords — including any outside — and replace damaged or frayed cords. Stay away from power lines […]
Southeastern Idaho Residents Can Enroll for Spring Shade Tree Project
Idaho Power’s Shade Tree Project encourages homeowners to plant shade trees to help shade their homes, reduce energy use by up to 15% and improve local air and water quality. For a limited time, Idaho Power residential customers in Bannock, […]
Swan Falls Powerhouse Museum Open on Saturdays
The historic Swan Falls powerhouse museum is open Saturdays through Sept. 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for free self-guided tours. Located along the Snake River about 20 miles south of Kuna, Idaho, Swan Falls Dam became the first […]