Co-op Preparing for Winter Storm Fern

A&N Electric Cooperative personnel will be ready to respond to any weather-related power outages as they arise. The cooperative is urging members to prepare for the possibility of some scattered power outages through the duration of the storm.

Poor road conditions have the potential to prolong outage restorations.

Another area of concern is a projected prolonged period of extreme cold temperatures, which are expected to follow Winter Storm Fern with overnight lows are expected to reach nearly single digits.

Residents in the cooperative’s service territory should continue to monitor official forecast updates as the weekend approaches.

REPORTING OUTAGES

Co-op members should report an outage through one of the following methods:

Through the cooperative’s SmartHub app
Text OUT to (855) 940-4016
Call (757) 787-9750

Do not report power outages or hazardous situations through social media. Please use one of the three options above, which are connected to our outage management system.

DOWNED POWER LINES

The cooperative anticipates the possibility of some downed power lines due to the nature of this storm. Co-op members are urged to maintain a safe distance from any downed lines and to report the issue to the cooperative or 911 immediately. For safety, treat any downed line as if it was an energized power line.

Vehicles should not attempt to drive over fallen power lines across roadways. Instead, maintain a safe distance, report the issue and wait for a qualified electric line crew to remove the hazard.

PORTABLE GENERATORS

A portable generator may be very beneficial during an extended outage. Generators can also pose serious safety hazards to you and to others. Be sure to follow all safety instructions provided by the manufacturer. Generators produce carbon monoxide, please follow these safety instructions: