Be Prepared for Storm Season

LREC Crews Are Ready!

Spring is on our doorstep, and like many of you, we’re looking forward to enjoying warmer weather and activities like cooking out with family and friends, gardening, and slowing down to enjoy life.

Unfortunately, spring and summer can also create the perfect conditions for severe storms.

LREC crews are always prepared to respond should power outages occur in our area. When storms cause power outages.

Our goal is to be prepared and ready to serve our members when it matters most.  As always, stay weather aware this storm season. Rest assured, your electric cooperative is watching the weather and ready to respond to our members if needed.

Emergency Supplies to Have Ready

The Federal Emergency Management Agency recommends the items below for storm and disaster preparedness. For additional resources, you can visit ready.gov.

• Stock your pantry with a three-day supply of non-perishable food, including canned goods, energy bars, peanut butter, powdered milk, instant coffee, water, and other essentials

• Confirm you have adequate sanitation and hygiene supplies, including towelettes, soap, and hand sanitizer.

• Ensure your First Aid kit is stocked with pain relievers, bandages, and other medical essentials. Make sure your prescriptions are current.

• Set aside basic household items you will need, including flashlights, batteries, a manual can opener, and a portable, battery-powered radio or TV.

• Organize emergency supplies so they are easily accessible in one location.

Power Outage Preparation and Electrical Safety Tips

In the event of a prolonged power outage, turn off major appliances, TVs, computers, and other sensitive electronics. This will help avert damage from potential power surges and prevent overloading circuits during power restoration. That said, make sure to leave one light on so you will know when power is restored.

Downed Power Line and Flood Safety Precautions

Severe storms can occasionally bring down power lines. If you see a downed line, always assume it’s energized and never approach it. If flooding occurs, never walk through areas where power lines could be submerged.

Advance planning for severe storms or other emergencies can reduce stress caused by weather events and lessen their impact. We hope we don’t experience severe storms over the next few months, but we can never predict Mother Nature’s plans. We recommend that you make a plan today— because storm preparedness is always our best defense.

 Outage Center