Winter Storm Impacts: Power Outages and Safety Tips

Widespread Power Outages

• ⚡ More than 548,000 Americans are experiencing power outages nationwide due to a massive winter storm.
• ⚠️ States like Tennessee and Texas are particularly affected, with over 120,000 customers without power in each.

Utility Worker Mobilization

• 🛠️ The American Public Power Association (APPA) represents about 2,000 community-owned electric utilities.
• 🌍 Utility workers from 37 states have been mobilized, with approximately 50,000 crew members ready to address the outages.
• 🌃 These crews are working around the clock to restore power and ensure grid stability.

Safety Precautions During Outages

• ⚠️ Stay away from downed power lines and off the roads to ensure public and worker safety.
• 💡 If you still have power, charge all devices and batteries.
• 🏠 Keep doors and windows closed to conserve heat if your home loses power.

Generator and Heating Safety

• ⚠️ Never use generators, gas stoves, or other unvented appliances indoors for heating due to dangerous fumes.
• 💡 Follow all instructions carefully when using a generator.
• 🥶 If your home is without power for an extended period, seek out designated warming stations if available.