Oklahoma Utility Provider Prepares for Major Winter Storm

Winter Storm Preparedness

• ⚠️ A dangerous winter storm is forecast to impact millions of Americans, with parts of Oklahoma expecting significant snow, sleet, and ice.
• 💡 The Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO) is actively preparing for potential utility impacts, including power outages.

Potential Impacts of the Storm

• ❄️ Heavy snow and ice accumulation, even a quarter of an inch of ice, can cause power lines to fall.
• ⚡ Customers should be prepared for potential power outages and extended disruptions due to the severity of the weather.

Utility Response and Resources

• 🛠️ PSO teams are on standby and will respond during the storm, utilizing meteorologist forecasts to track changing conditions.
• 👥 Over 1100 PSO workers, forestry professionals, and support staff are staged and ready, with hundreds of additional mutual assistance resources available if needed.

Public Safety Recommendations

• 🏠 Residents should prepare an emergency kit and pay attention to weather alerts.
• ⚠️ It is crucial to watch for and stay away from any downed power lines, treating them as dangerous.
• 🔌 When using space heaters or generators, ensure they are used safely and according to manufacturer instructions.