News Summary
Bowling Green, KY, experiences a severe cold snap with temperatures dropping to single digits. Utility companies are advising residents to conserve energy and stay safe. Simple tips and community support are being emphasized during this challenging weather week.
Bowling Green Residents Asked to Conserve Energy During Cold Snap
Bowling Green, KY, is feeling the chill as temperatures dip into the single digits this week. With severe winter weather hitting the area hard, utility companies like Warren Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation and Bowling Green Municipal Utilities are urging residents to take steps to conserve energy.
Cold Weather Challenges
This current cold stretch has come on the heels of heavy rain and extended snowfall that began last weekend. The snow kept falling all the way into the early hours of Wednesday morning, leading to a winter wonderland that looks picturesque but is making life challenging for many. As a result, school districts in the region, including Bowling Green Independent and Warren County Public Schools, opted to close their doors on Wednesday and Thursday, giving students a snow day to remember.
What to Expect
According to the National Weather Service, Bowling Green will continue to experience temperatures below freezing until the weekend. With such cold weather in the forecast, it’s important for everyone to be on top of energy conservation efforts.
Simple Tips for Energy Savings
Bowling Green Municipal Utilities has a few handy tips to help everyone save on energy during this blustery season. To kick things off, residents are encouraged to turn down their thermostats to a comfortable level, suggesting a setting around 68 degrees during the day and dropping it to 58 degrees when no one is home. If you’re feeling a bit chilly, try lowering just one degree to further save energy.
Other easy fixes include using fans in tandem with heating systems and maximizing the use of larger appliances. For those of you washing laundry, now is a great time to go for cold water washes, not only for energy conservation but also to keep your clothes looking fresh. Consider lowering your hot water heater temperature down to a cozy 120 degrees. And remember to snuff out those lights when you head out—every little bit adds up!
Preparations to Keep Your Home Safe
Atmos Energy has also provided tips for staying safe during this cold snap, emphasizing the importance of keeping gas meters clear of snow and ice. The best way to do this is with soft brooms or brushes, not anything hard. It’s essential for ensuring the gas system operates efficiently and safely.
Another practical suggestion is to allow faucets to drip slightly. This can help prevent your pipes from freezing, which is a hassle no one wants to deal with! Additionally, make sure to keep gas vent areas clear of any accumulating snow.
Utility Companies Stepping Up
Community Support
Wrapping Up Energy Conservation Efforts
So let’s all bundle up, take those energy-saving steps, and wait for warmer days to come back into view!
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- Bowling Green Daily News: Energy Conservation News
- Wikipedia: Energy Conservation
- WNKY: Warren RECC Energy Conservation
- Google Search: Energy conservation tips
- Tennessee Lookout: Alternative Funding for Energy Projects
- Google Scholar: Energy Conservation
- Bowling Green Daily News: Hart County Schools Energy Project
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Energy Savings
- WTOL: Heat Wave and Energy Costs
- Google News: Energy Conservation
