Are you ready for the next storm?:

Special Agent Storm is on a mission to help you prepare and Be Storm Smart!

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Severe storms and natural disasters can cause a variety of electrical safety hazards in and around our homes. Lightning, downed power lines, and floods are just a few of the serious safety concerns associated with storms. Unfortunately, many of these electrical safety hazards remain long after the storm itself has passed.

To help protect you from storm-related electrical hazards, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) and the Mid-State 8 Electric Cooperatives are providing answers to common storm safety questions about:

  • Lightning
  • Power Lines
  • Flooded Areas
  • Wet Electrical Equipment
  • Portable Generators
  • Post-Evacuation Procedures