Category: Blog
Category: Blog
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How Electricity Took Man to the Moon on Apollo 11
This month marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission to the moon and man’s first moonwalk. Astronauts Neil Armstrong, Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin and Michael Collins journeyed eight days […]
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4 Heat Safety Tips for a Safe 4th of July Weekend
It’s going to be a hot and humid Fourth of July weekend as a heat wave continues to grip Central Florida. Heat indices will peak into the 100s each day […]
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6 Monumental Firework Safety Tips for 4th of July
Independence Day is almost here, and while it’s a day to celebrate, let’s not forget about firework safety. In 2018, eight people died and over 12,000 were injured badly enough […]
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10 Ways to Prepare Your Business for Hurricane Season
Did you know that 43% of businesses that experience a disaster and have no emergency plan never reopen? Kissimmee Utility Authority reminds you to have a plan to protect your […]
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3 Energy-Saving Gift Ideas for Dad this Father’s Day
Still thinking of what to get dad this Father’s Day? Kissimmee Utility Authority offers three energy-saving gift ideas to consider: Energy Efficient Power Tools Consider shopping for cordless power tools. […]
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Attaching Signs to Utility Poles Presents Safety Hazards – And It’s Illegal
June is National Safety Month and a perfect time to remind residents not to use utility poles as personal billboards. It may seem innocent enough, but putting garage sale signs, […]
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8 Lightning Safety Tips for Summer
With this weekend being Memorial Day Weekend and the heat rolling in, summer is officially kicking off in Kissimmee. While the temperatures are warmer, summer also brings storm season upon […]
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Armed Forces Day: How Kissimmee Helped Win the War
Saturday is Armed Forces Day, a day set aside to honor Americans serving in the five U.S. military branches – the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air […]
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Spring into Safety with National Electrical Safety Month
May is National Electrical Safety month. Kissimmee Utility Authority offers these important electrical safety tips when preparing for and recovering from a hurricane or severe weather: BEFORE THE STORM: Charge […]
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4 Safety Tips for National Arbor Day
Today is National Arbor Day, a holiday in which individuals and groups are encouraged to plant and care for trees. Before you start planting, here are some safety tips to […]