As Pennsylvania braces for an impending ice storm, residents are urged to prepare for possible power outages and downed power lines. The state is on high alert, and utility companies across the region have provided emergency contact numbers for reporting outages and downed lines.
Emergency Contact Numbers for Power Outages in Pennsylvania:
- Citizens’ Electric: 570-524-2231
- Duquesne Light Co.: 888-393-7000
- Met-Ed: 888-544-4877
- Peco: 800-841-4141
- Penelec: 888-544-4877
- Penn Power: 888-544-4877
- PPL: 800-342-5775
- Pike County: 855-855-2433
- UGI: 800-276-2722
- Wellsboro Electric: 570-724-3516
- West Penn Power: 888-544-4877
Residents are advised to prepare by visiting readypa.info/power-outages for tips on dealing with power disruptions. Key preparations include charging all necessary devices and ensuring that emergency kits are readily available. It is also crucial to remember that generators should never be used indoors or close to living areas to avoid the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Stay informed and ensure that your household is ready to handle any disruptions caused by the ice storm.
Photo credits to Keystone Health
