Trenton, Tenn.–Gibson Electric Membership Corporation crews are continuing restoration efforts following yesterday’s storms. Gibson EMC now has 31 scattered outage locations affecting 240 consumer-members, a number that has drastically reduced since yesterday’s height of more than 11,400. Areas still affected include Hickman, Fulton and Graves counties in Kentucky, and Obion, Lake, Dyer and Gibson counties in Tennessee.
Members can view Gibson EMC’s Outage Map at http://outagemap.gibsonemc.com/ to see if their outage is displayed. If not, please report your outage using the free Gibson EMC app. Reporting an outage is easiest using the app, but you also can call Gibson EMC at 1-800-977-4076. If the lines are busy, please leave a message.
Gibson Electric Membership Corporation crews worked through the night to reduce the outages. This morning’s total is down from yesterday’s high of more than 11,400.
Yesterday’s storms caused significant damage including at least 15 broken poles, lots of leaning poles and downed wire. Massive fallen trees also have hindered service restoration.
Members who are without power should check their electric meter riser for damage. If there is damage, you will need to contact an electrician to make repairs. Gibson EMC also will need to disconnect your service, so please call your local Gibson EMC member service center to schedule this work.
Gibson EMC cautions members to stay far away from downed lines. They may still be energized and deadly.
Officials said, “We know a lengthy outage is difficult and we appreciate our members’ patience and understanding. We also appreciate our employees who are pushing themselves to get your power restored.”