ONG issues advisory with approach of arctic blast

 

Oklahoma Natural Gas Company advised customers to make some preparations for the single-digit temperatures expected in the new few days in the state.

The utility shared tips to reduce energy use and control winter bills.

  • Set the thermostat to around 68°F to 70°F while awake and lower it while you’re asleep or away from home.
  • Set your water heater’s temperature to 120°F.
  • Change or clean air filters, which can lower energy consumption by 5% to 15%. Dirty filters cost more to use and overwork the equipment.
  • Apply weatherstripping and caulk to seal gaps and cracks around doors and windows.
  • Install foam gaskets on electrical switches and outlets.
  • Change the rotation of ceiling fans to a clockwise rotation to push warm air downward.