Peninsula Light Co.

Happy Halloween! Tonight’s a night when communities come together, kids get to be kids and neighbors share with neighbors. At PenLight we’re proud to power your festivities. We wish you a safe and spooky evening! 🎃

Would you rather… 🔦 Use a flashlight to light your way through a haunted house Or 🕯️ Use a candle to find your way through the dark? The safer choice is a flashlight! When decorating or celebrating Halloween, choose battery-powered lights or flashlights instead of open flames to help prevent fire hazards.

Halloween or not, you don’t need a crystal ball to check your energy use. Just log in to SmartHub ... no fortune teller needed! 🔮 penlight.smarthub.coop/

PenLight is proud to support the Gig Harbor Peninsula FISH Food Bank with a community food drive from October 28–November 19! Stopping by PenLight to pay your bill, meet with our Engineering department or take care of other business? Bring along a non-perishable food item to help support local families this holiday season! Every donation, big or small, helps put food on the table for our neighbors in need. Thank you for helping us make a difference in our community!

Here at PenLight, we want to say thank you to all the first responders who go to work on the front lines each day to keep us safe. We are proud to support you today on National First Responders Day, and every day! #NationalFirstRespondersDay 🧑‍🚒 👮‍♀️ 🚒 ‍️

3:05PM - majority of members off Goodrich have been restored! Crews will continue working to replace an underground fault causing a few members to remain without power - cable replacement estimated to take approx 5 hours. Thank you for your continued patience!

2:50PM - Crews are actively working to restore power following the collision involving an electric vehicle and a power pole. Due to the vehicle fire, emergency responders needed time to safely extinguish the fire before crews could begin repairs. The incident also brought down power lines, adding to the complexity of restoration efforts. Pole replacements typically take 6–8 hours, although restoration times can vary depending on the extent of the damage and conditions at the site. All available crews are working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding as our teams work safely. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.

11:50AM - crews continue repair work due to car pole accident. Goodrich members will be restored as soon as repairs are complete. No ETA at this time. Thank you for your continued patience!

10:40AM - Car pole accident is cause of outage impacting Goodrich. Majority of members have been restored. Those remaining out will be restored following completion of pole repairs. No ETA at this time. Thank you for your patience!

No-bake goodies are a fun way to celebrate the spooky season while giving your oven—and your energy use—a break. From three-ingredient Halloween fudge to Oreo mummy cookies, there are plenty of delicious treats you can make without turning up the heat. Explore scary-good treat recipes at insanelygoodrecipes.com/no-b…. via @insanelygoodrecipes

9:05AM - reports of outages in Wauna area due to car accident. Crews responding.

It’s no trick that Northwest hydropower can generate enough electricity to power 14 Seattle-sized cities, treating the region to reliable, renewable energy for more than a century. Learn more at bpa.gov/hydroflowshere. via @bonnevillepower #hydroflowshere

Our Top 5 Horror Movies: 🚪 The front door left wide open while the heat is running. 😨 The space heater is plugged into an extension cord. 🥘 Opening the oven to “check” on dinner for the fourth time. 👕 The washer is cleaning the same load of clothes ... again. 💡 Every light in the house is on, but nobody’s home. Some horror stories are scarier when they show up on your electric bill. A few smarter energy habits and safe choices can help keep these nightmares fictional.

The energy industry is full of possibilities. Whether you're interested in IT, engineering or communications, there's no shortage of fulfilling and rewarding careers with electric cooperatives. #CareersInEnergyWeek #EnergyCareer

Cool air = cozy nights. Electricity keeps you comfy all year round and makes every fall moment feel *just* right. That’s the value of electricity.

October is Co-op Month! Our principles, shared values, commitment and, of course, our members, combine to make our community strong, bold and bright. ☕ At the heart of it, members are the grounds for everything we do.

Just like your morning PSL, make energy efficiency a part of your daily routine this fall! Take efficiency in sips, not gulps, with these tips: ☕ Unplug devices when not in use. ☕ Dress for the weather. ☕ Use natural light if possible. ☕ Turn off lights when you leave a room. Follow PenLight for more efficiency tips.

Once the force of a flowing river is turned into electricity at hydropower dams, it still must flow along transmission lines, sometimes hundreds of miles from the source. Learn how energy flows from the dam to your doorstep: bpa.gov/learn-and-participat… via @bonnevillepower

This is not a trick, just a treat for your home! Treat your home and your wallet! It’s a frightfully good way to make energy-efficient upgrades for less. Learn more about our available incentives at penlight.org/energy-efficien…. 👻

The decorations may be spooky. Your electrical setup shouldn’t be. Before you light up your home this Halloween, take a few minutes to check your setup: ⚡ Inspect cords and plugs for damage. 🔌 Don’t overload outlets. 👻 Make sure outdoor decorations and cords are rated for outdoor use. 🌙 Turn decorations off before you go to bed. Because sometimes, the scariest electrical hazards are the ones hiding in the shadows.