Media Contact:
Joe Richardson, Vice President of Communications
E-mail: joe.richardson@sweci.com
Phone: (800) 637-8667
8:15 a.m.
The strong winds and extreme cold that moved into Southwestern’s service area overnight continue to create scattered outages this morning. As of 8 a.m., about 260 members were without power. Southwestern crews have been deployed and are on site in Bond, Fayette and Madison counties, working to repair damage.
Members are cautioned to avoid all downed and low-hanging power lines. The lines may be energized, or become energized without warning.
To report an outage, call Southwestern Electric Cooperative at (800) 637-8667.