[Carthage, TN- January 9, 2025] – A major winter storm is forecasted, bringing 3-6 inches of snow or more. Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation (UCEMC) works hard to maintain a resilient power distribution system, but it is difficult to prevent outages during an event like a major winter storm. Our linemen and crews are on standby, prepared to respond to any power outages that may occur. Crews have stocked their trucks with essential equipment, fueled all vehicles, and ensured warehouse supplies are ready to meet the challenges of the storm. We are incredibly grateful for their hard work and dedication to keeping our communities energized and safe.
“Our top priority is safety—for our crews and our members,” said Jennifer Brogdon, General Manager. “We encourage everyone to stay indoors, use caution, and report outages through our designated channels, not on social media.”
Winter storms create the potential for power outages due to falling tree limbs. Even with year-round tree trimming efforts, heavy wet snow can accumulate on limbs, adding significant weight and causing them to snap. When limbs or entire trees fall onto power lines, they can break the lines or poles, leading to service interruptions.
Outage Reporting and Safety
The safety of our communities will always come first. As a reminder, always stay away from downed power lines or damaged electric equipment and report these situations immediately to UCEMC at 1-800-261-2940.
