Alabama Power wants its users to know three things during these extreme temperatures. Number one is that they're 'here for you' during this harsh winter weather
Alabama Power wants its users to know three things during these extreme temperatures. Number one is that they're "here for you" during this harsh winter weather. The second thing the company wants you to know is the logistics behind rising power bills around this time of year.
Alabama citizens reportedly use 30% more heat than the national average. This is because 7 out of 10 homes in Alabama use electric heat, while the rest of the nation has a number of about 4 out of 10 homes. When temperatures drop below freezing, electric heating systems run longer to maintain a stable indoor temperature, driving electric bills up. Additionally, cold weather can trigger auxiliary/emergency heat, which uses significantly more energy to keep your home warm during extreme winter weather. Third, Alabama Power wants to make sure all of its users know a few basic tips to save themselves some money during this cold snap. Since the cold makes it harder to keep your house warm, they've released strategies you can use to keep the cold front from bumping your power bill up a few bucks. Every degree dialed back will make your February bill more manageable. The average low for Alabama in January is around 36 degrees. This Saturday's forecast calls for a high of 26 and a low of 16. Sunday will be around similar temperatures with a high of 35 and a low of 13. As of now, the current forecasted average low for the rest of January is 20 degrees according to meteorologist Core Guastini. To save as much money as possible for the rest of the month, try keeping these practical tools at your fingertips to monitor your power usage.on the Alabama Power website. Alabama Power recommends that Alabamians take the following steps to be ready for this weekend's harsh weather:Close off unused rooms to seal drafts.Foley PD: Two men arrested on animal cruelty charges According to Foley PD, investigators with the Foley Police Department arrested two Foley men after an investigation began into the treatment of animals in theirAlabama lawmakers are considering increasing the penalties for drivers who cause deadly crashes. The proposed legislation is in honor of two young people killedAccording to ALEA, a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 12:01 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, has claimed the life of a Citronelle woman.Jazmine B. FoA video captured by Elizabeth Chance, a concerned mother, has brought attention to a recurring safety issue on Celeste Rd. near Citronelle.The footage shows aAccording to Mobile Police, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at approximately 9:13 p.m., officers responded to Shell Point Apartments on Old Shell Rd. in referen
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