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Stories and features on what’s happening at Hydro Ottawa, in our industry and in our community. Visit often to get the latest.
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The Ultimate Emergency Kit Checklist
December 9, 2019
The fall of 2019 marked one year since six tornadoes swept through the Capital region, leaving over 174,000 customers withou
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A Wattson Story of an Elf Off the Shelf
December 2, 2019
If you’re reading this, I need your help! I made a mistake and I need to fix it before I disappoint Santa Claus!
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Fall Back to Energy Efficiency
October 29, 2019
It’s that time of year again, and this time we get that coveted extra hour of sleep!
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Six Freaky Facts About Electricity that Will Make Your Hair Stand Up
October 23, 2019
Lightning strikes, the roar of thunder, power outages, and static charges.
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Leaders Don't Need Titles
September 28, 2019
For those of us in the National Capital Region, 2018 will be most remembered for the six tornadoes that hit Ottawa-Gatineau
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Weathering the Storm: A Look Back at the September 2018 Tornadoes
September 24, 2019
On September 21, 2018, six tornadoes ripped through Ottawa-Gatineau and surrounding areas; destroying homes, trees, hydro po