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The Technical Aspects of a Power Outage
city power outage
  • Effects and Impact
August 28, 2019
John Sims

The Technical Aspects of a Power Outage

Power is an essential part of our day to day life, and when there is...
Copper Wiring in Substations and Why It’s Stolen
copper wire used in power line
  • Effects and Impact
August 7, 2019
John Sims

Copper Wiring in Substations and Why It’s Stolen

When it comes to wiring substations, there are two choices of wire: copper and aluminum....
Overarching Cyber Security Threats
squirrel running across power line in Missouri
  • Effects and Impact
July 24, 2019
John Sims

Overarching Cyber Security Threats

In the 21st century, we depend on technology and electricity every day. Breaches in cyber...
Protecting Snakes from Electrical Lines
snake slithering across deck
  • Effects and Impact
June 12, 2019
John Sims

Protecting Snakes from Electrical Lines

Power lines can be extremely dangerous to snakes and other critters. At Critter Guard, we...
How Power Outages are Measured
machinery fixing power outage
  • Effects and Impact
May 15, 2019
John Sims

How Power Outages are Measured

One animal's misfortune can affect an entire community's ability to function. Because of this, it...
Creating and Maintaining Overhead Lines
overhead power lines
  • Effects and Impact
May 8, 2019
John Sims

Creating and Maintaining Overhead Lines

Overhead power lines were created long ago, and we have seen multiple transformations of electrical...
Trees, Squirrels, and the Biggest Blackout in U.S. History
squirrel running across power lines
  • Effects and Impact
May 5, 2019
John Sims

Trees, Squirrels, and the Biggest Blackout in U.S. History

Can one small glitch in the U.S. power grid create a domino effect causing cascading...
Protecting Sloths from Power Lines
sloth hanging from tree
  • Effects and Impact
May 1, 2019
John Sims

Protecting Sloths from Power Lines

Sloths may be beautiful animals, but their instinctive need to climb and hang from branches...
Curious Animals Can Damage Electric Systems
squirrel against green background
  • Effects and Impact
April 24, 2019
John Sims

Curious Animals Can Damage Electric Systems

Proper maintenance is one of the most important keys to making sure the power doesn't...
The Importance of Substation Design
view of substation
  • Effects and Impact
April 17, 2019
John Sims

The Importance of Substation Design

Preserving power for the individuals and communities dependent upon it is critical to life, health,...
Wildlife Interaction with Electric Utility Components
squirrel on power line
  • Effects and Impact
March 6, 2019
Ben Seidel

Wildlife Interaction with Electric Utility Components

Human-wildlife interactions are inescapable, even in dense, urban areas. As our populations expand, animals must...
Protect Your Roofing Insulation from Rodents
small houses close together with electrical line
  • Effects and Impact
February 13, 2019
John Sims

Protect Your Roofing Insulation from Rodents

The insulation for your roof system is generally found in the attic area or crawl...
How Do Squirrels Survive Winter Without Hibernating
squirrel on snowy ground next to tree trunk
  • Effects and Impact
February 6, 2019
John Sims

How Do Squirrels Survive Winter Without Hibernating

When the weather starts to get crisp in the fall, you might notice local squirrels...
Laws Preventing Power Shutdowns
pen and contract
  • Effects and Impact
January 2, 2019
John Sims

Laws Preventing Power Shutdowns

A power outage is often unexpected, especially from power lines suddenly snapping in winter storms,...
Predicting Power Outages Using a "Squirrel" Method?
electrical line truss in evening
  • Effects and Impact
December 12, 2018
John Sims

Predicting Power Outages Using a "Squirrel" Method?

Squirrels: those cute, little furry critters! Some say they're adorable, but they can wreak havoc...