ELECTRIC SERVICE Prepare for Power Outages: • In the event of severe weather such as a hurricane, power outages are likely. • For widespread power outages, CenterPoint Energy first restores service to key facilities vital to public safety, health and welfare and secures downed power lines. Next, we repair major lines and fuses that restore power to greatest number of customers in the least amount of time. Then, we repair transformers, which typically serve 10 customers and finally, we repair individual electric service drops to homes. • Individual restoration times can vary for a severe weather event. Under CenterPoint Energy’s restoration process, your neighbor’s power may be restored before yours if there is a problem with your individual service drop. • When a major storm is forecast, all customers should plan to be without power for an extended amount of time following a hurricane landfall: Individual restoration times will vary. Pre-storm tips: • If someone in your home depends on electricity for lifesustaining equipment, you need to make other arrangements. • Turn off your electricity at the circuit breaker if you evacuate or expect flood water to approach your home. • Unplug sensitive electrical appliances, such as your computer. For more information visit CenterPointEnergy/StormCenter ESTIMATED OUTAGE 7 to 10 days 2 to 3 wks 3 to 5 wks 4 to 6 wks 6 to 8 wks WIND SPEED winds 74-95 mph (64 - 82 kt) winds 96-110 mph (83-95 kt) winds 111-130 mph (96-113 kt) winds 131-155 mph (114-135 kt) winds 156 mph and up (135 + kt) HURRICANE CATEGORY 1 CATEGORY 2 CATEGORY 3 CATEGORY 4 CATEGORY 5
Posted on: Wed, 28 Aug 2013 21:37:20 +0000
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