Community Safety

Hitting a buried utility can be dangerous and costly. Contacting 811 before you dig ensures that you stay safe and that the underground utility lines are protected.

Know where overhead power lines are and plant at least 15 to 20 feet away; trees that grow taller than 40 feet should be planted more than 35 feet away.

Preventing wildfires is a group effort. With humans causing more than 85% of wildfires, it’s more important than ever to help prevent wildfires from starting.

Use our online reporting form to report an energy theft.

Many electric and natural gas customers throughout the country are being targeted by impostor utility scams each day. If you think you’ve been contacted by a scammer, call us or report it online.

Received a tree trimming notice? Learn why NorthWestern Energy trims trees near power lines, how trees are selected for trimming, what to expect before and after tree work, and find answers to common vegetation management questions.

You can take steps today to prepare yourself, your home and your community to stay safe during a wildfire.

Stay safe when flood waters rise.