SWEPCO monitoring weather conditions

Officials with Southwestern Electric Power Company say they are closely monitoring the weather, placing line, tree and support personnel on standby, checking supplies and preparing to mobilize the resources needed to restore power if outages occur during the next few days as bitterly cold temperatures and possible winter precipitation occurs in the area.
SWEPCO customers are encouraged to be prepared for the possibility of power outages. Keep cell phones charged and ready. Be sure to have an adequate supply of any medications and medical supplies, plus any supplies needed for babies and pets. For those with medical needs requiring electricity, SWEPCO advises to have a back-up plan in place in the event of an extended outage. Customers can be prepared with an emergency kit, including blankets, flashlights and other supplies.