The storm may have been swift moving, but the 70 mph winds where enough to break power poles and cause thousands of power outages in southeast Mississippi. “Our crews have been working hard since about 5:30 this morning,” said Singing…
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Crews working to restore power to >10,500 meters following TS Gordon
News Release (7 a.m.) Tropical Storm Gordon made landfall last night around 10:00 p.m., as a 70-mph storm. It crossed over land just west of the Alabama-Mississippi border and east of Pascagoula. As of this morning, Singing River Electric has…
Crews are prepared to restore power after Tropical Storm Gordon
Singing River Electric Cooperative has completed preparations for Tropical Storm Gordon. Trucks have been serviced, equipment has been relocated and help has been requested from neighboring electric co-ops crews. Gordon should make landfall tonight as a strong tropical storm or…
Singing River Electric Cooperative is prepared for Tropical Storm Gordon
Singing River Electric Cooperative has implemented its Emergency Preparedness Plan and is completing preparations for the storm. Crews will be briefed this morning and will continue to work to restore power as long as it is safe to do so.…
Domestic violence survivors receive a helping hand
The Gulf Coast Center For Nonviolence domestic violence shelter, Adrienne’s House, recently received a Singing River Electric Neighbors Helping Neighbor Community Grant. The grant will be used to add a safety railing and handicap-accessible ramp to the entrance of the…
RCS Elementary students go high places with grant
Resurrection Elementary students will soon be playing on new playground equipment thanks to a Singing River Electric Neighbors Helping Neighbor’s Community Grant. The grant will be used to add rock climbing and monkey bars to the current playground. “Statistics have…
Solar Panel Safety
Did you know, improper installation of solar panels, or installing them without letting us know can endanger our linemen and your neighbors in the event of a major outage. Most grid-connected PV systems shut down to prevent back-feeding electricity into…
How Do I Reset My Breakers
Resetting your home breakers can sometimes restore power to your home. If your power goes out, check to see if your neighbors’ lights are still on. If they are, you may be able to restore power to your home or…
How Is My Power Restored
Pathways 2 Possibilities
Have you ever wondered what it is like to work in high places? Local eighth graders from eight south Mississippi counties get first-hand knowledge and on-the-job training to be a lineman, dispatcher, member services representative and so much more at…