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If your recent electric bills from West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) was higher than usual, the winter weather likely played a role. January and February brought periods of extended cold to our area, and WFEC set a winter peak demand for electricity in February as members used more power to stay warm.

When temperatures drop, heating systems, especially heat pumps, must run longer to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures. Lower than normal temperatures, can cause the electric strips in your heat pump to come on, which uses more energy. The longer they run, the more electricity they use, which can lead to higher energy bills.

As of the writing of this article, another brief cold snap is expected, which could also impact upcoming bills.

Members can monitor their electricity use through the WFEC mobile app or by logging into their account online. These tools allow you to track daily use and set alerts when your energy use is higher than normal. 71482002

Download the WFEC mobile app to get started: www.westflorida.coop/mobile-apps.