Spring is Here... Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant Offers Seasonal Tips

As the snow melts after a long, harsh winter and the temperature begins to soar to a high of 50 or 60 degrees, most of us want to get outside. But there are a few key things to remember.

Spring is finally here and Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant (PRWEB) March 22, 2003

As the snow melts after a long, harsh winter and the temperature begins to soar to a high of 50 or 60 degrees, most of us want to get outside. But there are a few key things to remember.

·        Drooping Lines - Fallen tree branches and broken asphalt reflect the rough winter. Keep in mind that power lines may be drooping low or have been brought down by stormy weather or tree branches. Do not touch or try to move them yourself. Contact HMLP immediately.

·        Play it Safe -- Kids are adventuresome and they must be taught not to go near overhead power lines, substations and other electrical equipment. They should learn what a high voltage" sign looks like and should never climb utility poles or trees growing into or near power lines.

·        Spring Thriftiness - Since freezing temperatures are no longer an issue, turning down thermostats to a comfortable level during waking hours, and then lowering them further at bedtime will significantly reduce heating cost.

·        Home Projects - Rising heat and energy costs go hand-in-hand with a long winter. Spring is the ideal time to evaluate home projects that could help save energy and money. For more information on how to reduce energy costs in your home, visit the Energy Star website at www.energystar.gov.

·        Lawn and Garden -- Fences, water features and more are on your spring agenda. But before you begin any digging project, no matter how shallow or deep, remember to call Dig Safe at 1-888-Dig-Safe to find out if there are underground lines you need to avoid.

·        Kite Flying Note -- Kids and adults should never fly kites in stormy weather. Kites should be held with dry string, never wire, and flown in an open area, well away from power lines. If a kite or any other object gets caught in a power line or other utility equipment, do not try to retrieve it. Contact HMLP immediately.

Its been a long winter and many folks are beginning to think about outdoor projects and activities. Kids and adults should play it safe," noted Chris Cox, General Manager of Hingham Municipal Light Plant.

Hingham Municipal Light Plant, providers of electrical power to the town of Hingham, MA operates under the authority of the Town of Hingham and the Hingham Municipal Light Board. The plant has 22 employees and provides power to more than 7,000 Hingham households. Hingham Municipal Light is located at 222 Central Street in Hingham, MA. Visit www.hmlp.com for more information.

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Important safety and energy tips area availalbe from Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant.

To arrange for a phone briefing with Chris Cox, General Manager of HMLP, please contact Steve Dubin, PR Works, (781) 878-9533, sdubin@prworkzone.com.