Storm Outages and Generators in East Tennessee
Thunderstorms, wind and the occasional ice storm can knock out power across East Tennessee. A little preparation makes outages easier.
Request an electricianEssentials list
Decide what you need: fridge, freezer, furnace fan, sump pump, well pump, medical devices and lights.
Portable generator safety
Run generators outdoors, away from windows and doors. Carbon monoxide kills.
No backfeeding
Never plug a generator into a wall outlet. Use a transfer switch or interlock.
Standby systems
Automatic standby generators start on their own when power fails.
Fuel
Store fuel safely and rotate it.
Surge protection
When power returns, surges can damage electronics. Whole-house protection helps.
After the storm
Stay away from downed lines and report them.
Test regularly
Run generators monthly so they're ready.
Next
See generators and surge protection.
Medical needs
If anyone in the home relies on powered medical equipment, plan backup power ahead of storm season and let your utility know.
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