Stay Safe


Fallen tree on power lines over a roadway.

Prepare for a power outage by taking a few simple steps

There are proactive measures you can take to be ready before an outage occurs.

Power lines are on top of a snowed in car and on the snow covered street with traffic cones placed around the area

Lisa Explains: What if a storm damages my power line?

If unexpected weather causes damage to a power line, what am I responsible for?

Gas cannisters sitting outside in a shed

Safely storing flammable liquids

Did you know that liquids such as paint thinner, gasoline, cleaning solvents and contact cement can produce invisible, explosive vapors?

Man looking at his laptop in the evening, talking on the phone and looking frustrated

Don't give your hard-earned money to a scammer

When in doubt, call Avista to discuss the status of your account.

Person carries saplings in a wheelbarrow in their garden

Plant the right tree in the right place

Where you plant that special tree can make all the difference

Group of women posing at a bowling alley and smiling

Local Treasures with Pia: Take a stand against dating abuse

When Jenny Moeller started Create Your Own Statement, Combat Dating Abuse, 10 years ago, she set out on a journey to empower young people to date in a healthy and respectful manner.