HYANNIS – With an approaching winter storm forecasted to bring heavy snow and high winds to the Cape and Islands and Southeastern Massachusetts beginning early tomorrow, Eversource is ready to address any storm-related power outages.
The company is preparing for the possibility of tree-related damage to its electric system and will have crews and support staff ready to respond.
Customers are encouraged to also prepare for the possibility of outages.
“We design and build our system to stand up to the effects of storms like this and our staff will be at the ready to address any damage the snow and winds might cause,” said Craig Hallstrom, President of Massachusetts Electric Operations at Eversource. “Our ongoing system improvements and tree maintenance program play an important role in our ability to continue to improve service reliability, even during winter storms.”
Eversource lineworkers and tree crews will be ready to assist with safely restoring power to customers affected by storm-related outages.
Eversource customers should report power outages online at Eversource.com, or by calling 1-800-592-2000.
Eversource always encourages customers to prepare for any severe weather by assembling or restocking a storm kit with essential items before a storm strikes.
Stock up on non-perishable food and pet food, and make sure to have adequate medical supplies and prescriptions for each family member and any pets.
The company also suggests customers keep all wireless communication devices fully-charged in case of a power outage.
Additional preparedness tips can be found in the Storm Preparedness section at Eversource.com.
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