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We currently have a feeder out of West Plains substation down right now. A phase of wire came down and has to be replaced. To repair it safely, additional members power had to be shut off while the repair is made. There are just more than 850 members without power. Crews are working on the issue as safely and efficiently as possible. Thank you for your patience.

HOEC currently has 603 members on the West Plains Substation without power between K highway and 160 W, extending to South Fork. Crews are en route to determine the cause and make repairs. If you come across downed power lines stay away and stay safe.

If you see suspicious activity near a substation or other utility equipment, report it right away by calling 911. Keep children away from substations; the high voltage equipment is deadly. Authorized workers use protective equipment and knowledge to stay safe.

Don't post signs on power poles. Nails, staples and tacks can damage utility workers' protective gear and expose them to risk of injury or electrocution. Learn more, and protect the team that keeps your power flowing.

Learn more lightning safety tips.

If you’re using an extension cord, ensure you know the designation. Use the following codes to determine proper use.

Grilling outdoors is not only a good way to keep your house cooler and lower your energy bill, it’s also a great way to enjoy warm summer days with family and friends. However, grill fires cause thousands of injuries and millions of dollars in property loss each year, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Stay safe by following these simple tips:

We currently have 90 members without power in the Tecumseh area from this evening’s storm moving through. Additionally, 90 members are without power in the Trask / Mountain View area from earlier this afternoon, but high water levels at crossings in the area are impeding restoration. Dispatch is aware of the outages.

The storms moving through our service area this afternoon have left us with 410 members without power in Birch Tree and 63 out in Mountain View. Crews have been dispatched to the outages and will be working to restore power.