Emergency Outage/Storm Information
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Be Prepared for an Emergency


  • When the lights go out
    Report an electrical outage or emergency to your local utility company. This will help get the crews started on the outage repairs as fast as possible. Your utility can also give you an idea of the scope of the outage and usually estimate the time your service will be restored.
  • What to do during a Power Outage
    Important tips to keep your family safe and help your utility restore power as quickly as possible.
  • Make sure you have an Emergency Plan
    Does your family have a safety plan in place? Create a survival kit and be prepared for the next storm emergency.
  • Prepare Your Home
    Protect your home by following these suggestions prior to a storm or other emergency.
  • Long-Term Outages
    Keep your food fresh and make your family as comfortable as possible during a prolonged power outage.
  • Portable Heaters & Generators
    Portable Gas, or kerosene-powered heaters and generators are handy, but must be used with extreme caution.
  • What to do After a Storm
    Learn how to clean up damage from a storm safely and determine weather you need an electrician to complete repairs.
  • If Your Basement is Flooded
    Flooded basements can be very dangerous and should be navigated with caution. To be safe, always assume that water in a flooded basement is energized.


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