City of Dover, Delaware - Electric Department

06/17/2026

Accidental contact with energized equipment causes over one-
third of all electrically related deaths in the workplace. Always
perform a site and risk assessment before conducting any work.
Be sure to follow the hierarchy of controls and other safety
practices on every job. Always test for voltage before you start
work, including the area around the equipment you are working
on.

06/16/2026

Working with electricity is extremely dangerous, so it's important
to always hire qualified electrical workers to complete those jobs.
Avoid catastrophe by knowing when to say when. If you feel
unsafe performing a job, STOP and say something. Avoid
electrical rooms and other potentially hazardous areas. And
always look up before performing a task outside to avoid power
lines.

Working with electricity is extremely dangerous, so it's important ...

06/15/2026

A little bit of a break today but be careful out in the heat. Check in on other who may be at a higher risk of the effects of excessive heat too.

Extreme heat is a leading cause of weather-related deaths in the U.S. Many people, including those most at risk,1 are unaware of the danger as these events happen more often, last longer and become more intense, especially in places that don’t usually have them.

06/12/2026

If you need assistance in paying your utility bill you have options.

Struggling to pay your utility bill? Have your bills increased? Below are some assistance programs that may be able to help you through tough times. LIHEAP: The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is administered by Catholic Charities and also goes by the Delaware Energy Assistance P...

06/11/2026

Did you know that Energize Delaware offers residential assistance programs?

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06/10/2026

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) offers a free Weatherization Assistance Program to help establish comfortable, energy-saving homes.

DNREC offers a free Weatherization Assistance Program to help establish comfortable, energy-saving homes.

06/09/2026

Are you in the market for a new window AC unit? Efficiency Smart is now offering $150 rebates!

This offer is available for participating communities. Select your community from the dropdown to see if this offer is available to you.

06/09/2026

⚡ **Power Restored** | As of 8:45 AM, the power outage in the Kings Highway NE area has been repaired and all customers should be back in service. If you are still experiencing an outage, please contact our System Operations Center at 302-736-7086, Option 3. We appreciate your patience!

⚡ **Outage Notification** | 7:00am - Our crews are currently gathering materials and equipment to make repairs for a power outage in the Kings Highway NE area. This outage has continued from overnight. We will restore power as soon as possible and appreciate your patience.

06/08/2026

We are the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI).
Whether it’s a data center powering our digital footprint, solar
fields energizing our communities, or an EV charger in your
garage, at the Electrical Safety Foundation International,
ensuring that new technologies are implemented safely is our
mission. Safety is the key to progress, and as the world
becomes more electrified, ESFI is the trusted voice helping
people, businesses, and technology move forward with
confidence.

The future is electric. With electrification comes the potential for greater hazards. To meet the needs of society, safety is imperative. Together we can pre...

06/04/2026

⚡ Power Restored | As of 8:25 AM, all customers in the Rodney Village area should be back in service. If you are still experiencing an outage, please contact our System Operations Center at 302-736-7086, Option 3. We appreciate your patience!

⚡ Outage Notification | As of 8:07 AM, our crews are currently responding to a power outage in the Rodney Village area. We will restore power as soon as it is safe to do so. We appreciate your patience and will provide updates as they become available.