Kentucky is under a state of emergency as a severe winter storm system is expected to begin Sunday with snow, freezing rain, ice and arctic temperatures.
Widespread power outages are likely, and with freezing temperatures persisting throughout the week, prolonged outages can be especially dangerous.
- Prepare now, especially if you or a member of your family relies on electricity for medical equipment.
- Avoid using alternative heating sources such as portable generators, kerosene heaters, propane gas stoves and ovens heated with gasoline indoors because this can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.
- Never plug a stationary generator into a wall outlet. This causes “backfeeding” and can be deadly.
- Avoid downed lines. Report them to your co-op or 911. * Report outages directly to your co-op, and follow your co-op on social media for updates.
