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PLEASE SHARE: As heavy rain and possible flooding move through our region this week, power outages may occur. Please take steps to stay safe. Visit our Storm Center for full safety tips, outage resources and more: ow.ly/K30r50Wq9vo
July 15, 2025 at 9:53 PM
PLEASE SHARE: As heavy rain and possible flooding move through our region this week, power outages may occur. Please take steps to stay safe. Visit our Storm Center for full safety tips, outage resources and more: ow.ly/K30r50Wq9vo
Many devices continue to use electricity even when they’re switched off — this is called phantom power or standby power. Unplugging them when not in use is an easy way to cut waste and save on your energy bill. Discover more energy-saving tips: ow.ly/ASVr50Wl5Gw
July 8, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Many devices continue to use electricity even when they’re switched off — this is called phantom power or standby power. Unplugging them when not in use is an easy way to cut waste and save on your energy bill. Discover more energy-saving tips: ow.ly/ASVr50Wl5Gw
FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Our Government Affairs team members had the honor of welcoming home Veterans at Honor Flight Tallahassee.
Standing alongside proud families and grateful citizens, they handed out care bags and shared heartfelt thanks on behalf of the Red Cross and TECO.
Standing alongside proud families and grateful citizens, they handed out care bags and shared heartfelt thanks on behalf of the Red Cross and TECO.
July 8, 2025 at 9:38 PM
FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Our Government Affairs team members had the honor of welcoming home Veterans at Honor Flight Tallahassee.
Standing alongside proud families and grateful citizens, they handed out care bags and shared heartfelt thanks on behalf of the Red Cross and TECO.
Standing alongside proud families and grateful citizens, they handed out care bags and shared heartfelt thanks on behalf of the Red Cross and TECO.
Scammers are getting more convincing, but you can stay one step ahead. Know the warning signs, trust your instincts, and never give out personal information under pressure. Stay vigilant and learn how to protect yourself: ow.ly/70XF50WlPYL
July 8, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Scammers are getting more convincing, but you can stay one step ahead. Know the warning signs, trust your instincts, and never give out personal information under pressure. Stay vigilant and learn how to protect yourself: ow.ly/70XF50WlPYL
We’re proud to share that the Manatee Viewing Center has once again been named the #2 Best Free Attraction in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for 2025!
Thanks to everyone who voted and helped shine a light on this special place where conservation, education, and community come together.
Thanks to everyone who voted and helped shine a light on this special place where conservation, education, and community come together.
June 26, 2025 at 6:49 PM
We’re proud to share that the Manatee Viewing Center has once again been named the #2 Best Free Attraction in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for 2025!
Thanks to everyone who voted and helped shine a light on this special place where conservation, education, and community come together.
Thanks to everyone who voted and helped shine a light on this special place where conservation, education, and community come together.
Hurricane season starts today — it’s not too late to prepare. Review your emergency plan, stock up on supplies and get your home storm-ready. Stay safe! For safety tips: ow.ly/yC5750W1UJG #StormReady
June 1, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Hurricane season starts today — it’s not too late to prepare. Review your emergency plan, stock up on supplies and get your home storm-ready. Stay safe! For safety tips: ow.ly/yC5750W1UJG #StormReady
FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Big thanks to our technology team for stepping up and giving their time at United Food Bank and Services in Plant City. Your efforts helped distribute much-needed food to families in our community—we’re proud to have such a dedicated team making a real difference! #TECOCares
May 17, 2025 at 12:07 PM
FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Big thanks to our technology team for stepping up and giving their time at United Food Bank and Services in Plant City. Your efforts helped distribute much-needed food to families in our community—we’re proud to have such a dedicated team making a real difference! #TECOCares
Reliable power is a team effort. At Tampa Electric, we work with our communities to keep trees around power lines properly maintained, helping to prevent outages and keep everyone safe. If you spot a tree that needs attention, let us know: ow.ly/3Vgq50VPr93
May 16, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Reliable power is a team effort. At Tampa Electric, we work with our communities to keep trees around power lines properly maintained, helping to prevent outages and keep everyone safe. If you spot a tree that needs attention, let us know: ow.ly/3Vgq50VPr93
Seal air leaks around doors, windows, and anywhere there’s a path between the inside and outside of your home or business. It’s a simple step that can make a big difference in saving energy. Discover more energy-saving tips: ow.ly/uJCV50VR6lf
May 13, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Seal air leaks around doors, windows, and anywhere there’s a path between the inside and outside of your home or business. It’s a simple step that can make a big difference in saving energy. Discover more energy-saving tips: ow.ly/uJCV50VR6lf
Portable generators can be helpful during outages—but they can also be dangerous if used incorrectly. Protect yourself from fire, carbon monoxide and electrocution. Stay safe with these tips: ow.ly/K2mT50VO0Kx
May 8, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Portable generators can be helpful during outages—but they can also be dangerous if used incorrectly. Protect yourself from fire, carbon monoxide and electrocution. Stay safe with these tips: ow.ly/K2mT50VO0Kx
Hurricane Preparedness Week is here! Check on your neighbors, update your emergency plan and get storm-ready. A little preparation today protects our whole community tomorrow. For more info, click ow.ly/2sRX50VN3Xi #StromReady
May 5, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Hurricane Preparedness Week is here! Check on your neighbors, update your emergency plan and get storm-ready. A little preparation today protects our whole community tomorrow. For more info, click ow.ly/2sRX50VN3Xi #StromReady
Discover simple and cost-effective ways to enhance your home’s comfort while reducing energy costs. Learn more about our energy efficiency programs and start saving today: ow.ly/qFxb50VHRYm
April 28, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Discover simple and cost-effective ways to enhance your home’s comfort while reducing energy costs. Learn more about our energy efficiency programs and start saving today: ow.ly/qFxb50VHRYm
This week is all about safety — for the folks in hard hats and high-vis vests who keep our roads and power flowing. National Work Zone Awareness Week is your reminder to slow down and stay focused in work zones. They’re out there for us. Let’s drive safely for them. 🚧 #Safety #NWZAW
April 21, 2025 at 6:35 PM
As summer heats up, so does the risk of door-to-door scams. Stay informed and protect yourself from scams in person, over the phone, and by email. Learn how: ow.ly/rEcp50VEJa5
April 21, 2025 at 4:29 PM
As summer heats up, so does the risk of door-to-door scams. Stay informed and protect yourself from scams in person, over the phone, and by email. Learn how: ow.ly/rEcp50VEJa5
Need a new A/C system? Tampa Electric’s Heating and Cooling program offers rebates when you upgrade to an energy-efficient unit that meets our standards. All residential customers are eligible—start saving energy and money today! Learn more: www.tampaelectric.com/residential/...
April 11, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Need a new A/C system? Tampa Electric’s Heating and Cooling program offers rebates when you upgrade to an energy-efficient unit that meets our standards. All residential customers are eligible—start saving energy and money today! Learn more: www.tampaelectric.com/residential/...
SCAM AWARENESS: Tampa Electric will never call and ask for bill payments using cash, gift cards or cryptocurrency. If something doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.
Think you’re being scammed? Get help here: ow.ly/4lWQ50VsAw6
Think you’re being scammed? Get help here: ow.ly/4lWQ50VsAw6
April 4, 2025 at 6:54 PM
SCAM AWARENESS: Tampa Electric will never call and ask for bill payments using cash, gift cards or cryptocurrency. If something doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.
Think you’re being scammed? Get help here: ow.ly/4lWQ50VsAw6
Think you’re being scammed? Get help here: ow.ly/4lWQ50VsAw6
Energy Saving TIP: Adjusting your thermostat by just one degree can impact your energy use—and your bill! Small changes can lead to big savings.
Discover more ways to save: ow.ly/eLZQ50VryvB
Discover more ways to save: ow.ly/eLZQ50VryvB
April 3, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Energy Saving TIP: Adjusting your thermostat by just one degree can impact your energy use—and your bill! Small changes can lead to big savings.
Discover more ways to save: ow.ly/eLZQ50VryvB
Discover more ways to save: ow.ly/eLZQ50VryvB
April is National Safe Digging Month! Planning a project that involves digging? Contact 811 before you start to avoid hitting underground utilities. It’s safe, smart—and it’s the law. #TECOSafety
Learn more: ow.ly/5Jt850VsAru
Learn more: ow.ly/5Jt850VsAru
April 3, 2025 at 10:57 PM
April is National Safe Digging Month! Planning a project that involves digging? Contact 811 before you start to avoid hitting underground utilities. It’s safe, smart—and it’s the law. #TECOSafety
Learn more: ow.ly/5Jt850VsAru
Learn more: ow.ly/5Jt850VsAru
Older homes can still be energy efficient with a few simple updates. Check out these low-cost tips to help improve comfort and reduce energy use: ow.ly/JzP050Vrys3
March 31, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Older homes can still be energy efficient with a few simple updates. Check out these low-cost tips to help improve comfort and reduce energy use: ow.ly/JzP050Vrys3
Always stay alert for scams. If someone comes to your door claiming to be from Tampa Electric, ask to see their official TECO ID badge through a window before opening the door. Your safety comes first. Learn more: ow.ly/iT8h50VmNHr
March 25, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Always stay alert for scams. If someone comes to your door claiming to be from Tampa Electric, ask to see their official TECO ID badge through a window before opening the door. Your safety comes first. Learn more: ow.ly/iT8h50VmNHr
Planning a project—big or small?
Always call 811 before you dig. Striking underground utility lines can be dangerous and disrupt electricity, gas, water and more. Stay safe—know what’s below.
Learn more at ow.ly/SOMJ50Vk6SM.
Always call 811 before you dig. Striking underground utility lines can be dangerous and disrupt electricity, gas, water and more. Stay safe—know what’s below.
Learn more at ow.ly/SOMJ50Vk6SM.
March 18, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Planning a project—big or small?
Always call 811 before you dig. Striking underground utility lines can be dangerous and disrupt electricity, gas, water and more. Stay safe—know what’s below.
Learn more at ow.ly/SOMJ50Vk6SM.
Always call 811 before you dig. Striking underground utility lines can be dangerous and disrupt electricity, gas, water and more. Stay safe—know what’s below.
Learn more at ow.ly/SOMJ50Vk6SM.