Certain power lines are completely knocked out; meanwhile, snow and ice are covering numerous power lines, tree limbs, and other surrounding things.
MLGW is sharing updates with the public. Currently, the utility service maintains that 1,000 people are hard at work to get Volunteer State residents’ power back on. However, it’s not going to happen overnight.
As things currently stand, the latest estimate for when everyone covered by MLGW should have their power back on is Thursday, February 10.
Preparing for snowstorms
Needless to say, being caught in the middle of a winter storm isn’t very much fun for anyone. Nonetheless, there are still a series of methods people can employ to prepare themselves and minimize the damage.
Checking insulation in your home, making sure your heating system works, and taking outdoor furniture indoors are some great steps. Likewise, locating snow equipment such as shovels, snowblowers, etc. is always helpful before the winter storm arrives.
To prepare for power outages, it’s always worthwhile to ensure you have a working generator with plenty of gas. Being certain of access to warm clothes, warm blankets, and multiple flashlights is also known to make a positive difference.
