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Storm Preparation
To
lessen the risk that storms will damage the overhead lines into
your home, have any trees that grow near those lines trimmed.
If you notice trees threatening to damage any of LEC's high
voltage power lines, please notify us at 682-3141.
Stay informed about the weather in your area. If you're warned
about approaching violent storms that could cause power outages,
turn the temperature in your refrigerator and freezer to the
lowest setting, to provide maximum chilling before hand, should
the power go off. Make sure you have flashlights, fresh batteries,
and a battery operated radio in working condition, and fill
containers and your bathtub with water.
If you or a family member requires life support equipment such
as a respirator, make sure LEC knows about these needs and have
a backup source of power ready if the primary source of power
does go out. Keep your backup generator in good condition and
test it periodically. If your power goes out, disconnect appliances
and turn off lights. When power is restored, this many appliances
coming on at once could cause a power surge that could damage
your equipment.
Report your outage right away to LEC. Look in the section for
reporting power outages for more information.
Protect
Your Modem
Most
people know to unplug their computers when there is the
possibility of an electrical storm, so that their equipment
is not damaged by lightning.
Flood Warnings
When
a flood warning is issued, remove or relocate all electrical
equipment to areas well above the estimated flood height.
Tornado Watch
After
a tornado, or any severe storm, serious injury can still
occur to people caught in the aftermath who aren't conscious
of the safety risks.
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Hurricane
Readiness
Before
the storm arrives, check to see that flashlights, emergency
generator, battery operated radios and other equipment
are in working order.
After
The Storm
After
any big storm or natural disaster, its hard to know just
what to do in any given situation.
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