Space Heater Safety
While Oklahoma winters can move the temperatures up and down the thermometer from one day to the next, many people find that using space heaters is a quick, convenient way to hold off the chill when necessary. However, space heaters, when not used properly, can pose both a fire and electric shock hazard. Safety should […]
GRDA’s 2024 in review: Part 3
We continue our look back on the Grand River Dam Authority’s 2024 with a review of July, August, and September, which are typically the busiest months on GRDA’s waters. July is a busy month for GRDA’s Vegetation Management and Excavation Crews, and 2024 was no different. Both crews spent part of the month building a […]
GRDA’s 2024 in review: Part 2
The second quarter of 2024 proved to be a very busy time for the Grand River Dam Authority, as spring arrived in Oklahoma, and exciting new projects got underway. This week, we continue our look back on GRDA’s 2024 with highlights from April, May, and June. As is often the case, springtime brought storm season […]
GRDA’s 2024 in Review: Part 1
As the Grand River Dam Authority enters 2025, it anticipates a year of opportunity and milestones. Whether it be a major construction project, like the ongoing work on the new Unit 4, or another Team GRDA initiative, GRDA will mark these moments as it continues to meet its mission for Oklahoma. However, before we move […]
Space heater safety reminders
The weather may be a bit mild lately, but now that winter has officially arrived in Oklahoma, we can expect some colder days and nights ahead. If you are planning to use a space heater to knock off some of the chill, the Grand River Dam Authority wants to pass along the following safety tips […]
12 Days of Holiday Safety
You know about the 12 days of Christmas, but what about 12 days of holiday safety? This week, your friends at the Grand River Dam Authority are passing along some important safety tips from the Electric Safety Foundation International (esfi.org). These tips can help promote safety around your homes when they are decorated for the […]
Saving energy while celebrating the holidays
The holiday season is in full swing, which means glittering, glowing holiday lights are visible all across the area. Of course, along with more lights comes more electricity usage. However, even with the extra lights and other holiday-related activities requiring more energy use (like baking), it’s still possible to conserve some electricity. Here are some […]
Kitchen safety tips for the holiday season
Ready or not, the holiday season is upon us. Of course, that will mean extra time in the kitchen, as many are working to prepare the turkey and all the trimmings. If plenty of meal prep and cooking is in your near future, here are some important kitchen tips to keep in mind. The Grand […]
GRDA participates in a different kind of rodeo
The Oklahoma men and women who maintain the power lines for our state’s publicly owned electric utilities came together in Stillwater in September for a day of competition and comradery. Most importantly, they came together for the sake of safety and cooperation. The event was the 2024 Municipal Electric Systems of Oklahoma (MESO) Lineworkers’ Rodeo, […]
Electric safety tips for the changing seasons
It may be a little bit early to think about parking the lawnmower for the remainder of the year, but there has been a touch of fall in the air in recent weeks and soon enough, the calendar will make it official. As one season gives way to the next, it is always appropriate to […]