Kentucky Power Storm Update Monday, June 20 at 10 a.m.

Kentucky Power Storm Update

Monday, June 20 at 10 a.m.

Summary

The severe storm that moved through Kentucky Power’s territory Friday afternoon left approximately 26,000 customers without power. As the storm traveled throughout the service area it broke around 50 power poles, numerous spans of wire and downed trees.

Outages

This morning, approximately 1,700 customers are without power with the heaviest concentration in Floyd, Johnson, Martin and Pike counties.  There are approximately 200 outage cases with the vast majority containing small clusters of customers. In fact, there are only six outage cases containing more than 50 customers each. The largest concentration of outages are in:

Floyd County:   290 customers

Johnson County:  420 customers

Martin County:  550 customers

Pike County:   245 customers

Storm Response Efforts

Crews were able to get 90% of customers restored yesterday,  just over 48 hours after the storm hit.  As crews wrapped up in other areas, they have joined hundreds of local company and contract crews in the southern part of our territory already dedicated to restoration.

It is anticipated restoration will continue through Tuesday for some areas.

Safety Message

While a generator can be convenient during an outage, potentially serious hazards exist if a generator is not used or connected properly. No matter how you plan to use a generator, always review

all manufacturer’s recommendations for safe use and maintenance of the system. More information can be found at:  https://www.kentuckypower.com/lib/docs/safety/generators/PublicSafety_FactSheet_portablegenerators-KYPower.pdf

Customer Information

Restoration information for your location can be found at kentuckypower.com/outages or by downloading the Kentucky Power mobile app at kentuckypower.com/app. The outage map is updated every 15 minutes. Restoration information is added when known. Click on “View Outage Map” to access the map on a computer, cell phone, or tablet. Customers can report outages online, on their mobile devices, or to our Customer Operations Center at 1-800-572-1113.

Next Update:  Tuesday, June 21 at 10 a.m.

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Kentucky Power Storm Update

Sunday, June 19, 10 a.m.

Summary

The severe storm that moved through Kentucky Power’s territory Friday afternoon left approximately 26,000 customers without power. As the storm traveled throughout the service area it broke dozens of power poles, numerous spans of wire and brought down trees.

Outages and Restoration Estimates

Crews made significant progress Friday night and Saturday, restoring power to more than 75% of customers. There are 4,600 customers without power this morning and crews are out working.

There are approximately 361 out of 405 outage cases that have fewer than 25 customers, with the majority of them in Floyd, Johnson, Martin and Pike counties totaling 3,900 customers out in these four counties. Crews continue to work in these areas to get as many customers restored as soon as possible, but it is anticipated that work in these counties will continue through Tuesday night.

Restoration for Boyd, Carter, Greenup, Knott, Lawrence and Magoffin counties should be mostly wrapped up by Sunday night.

Storm Response Efforts

More than 700 Kentucky Power company crews and contractors, along with external resources from multiple states are working in areas where outages remain. As crews wrap up in other areas, they will shift to areas still impacted.

Restoration information for your location can be found at kentuckypower.com/outages or by downloading the Kentucky Power mobile app at kentuckypower.com/app. The outage map is updated every 15 minutes. Restoration information is added when known. Click on “View Outage Map” to access the map on a computer, cell phone, or tablet. Customers can report outages online, on their mobile devices, or to our Customer Operations Center at 1-800-572-1113.

Safety Message

High winds can cause fallen trees and downed power lines. Kentucky Power warns customers to be aware of broken limbs and branches and to stay away from all downed lines. Never touch downed power lines no matter how harmless they look. It can be difficult to distinguish between a power line and a cable or telephone line. All downed lines should be considered energized and dangerous. Also, never touch anything in contact with the line, such as trees, fences or puddles of water, since they can conduct electricity. Keep children and pets away from this potential hazard. Call Kentucky Power at 1-800-572-1113 to report hazards.

Customer Information

Customers are reminded that during storm restoration situations, Kentucky Power tree crews clear rights of way of trees and move on to the next location. Kentucky Power does not return to remove the cut trees. Property owners are responsible for removal.

Next Update:  Monday, November 20 at 10 a.m.