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SWEPCO releases estimated power restoration times for multiple East Texas cities
By Ashlyn AndersonDaisy Escatel,
13 days ago
TYLER, Texas ( KETK ) — SWEPCO released estimated restoration times as they work to restore power to East Texas cities affected by severe damage from Beryl.
The electric company said as of 7 p.m., power has been restored to nearly 36,000 customers so far. SWEPCO released estimated restoration times for areas impacted by the storm:
July 9
10 p.m.
Henderson
Kilgore
Mineola
July 10
10 p.m.
Carthage
Gilmer
Gladewater
Longview
Marshall
Midnight
Mt. Pleasant
July 11
10 a.m.
Texarkana
Based on the number of outages and crews available, SWEPCO was able to develop a Global Estimated Time of Restoration that estimates how long it will take to restore 95% of all customers affected.
The company said the estimated times could change based on the complexity of repairs.
Courtesy of SWEPCO
SWEPCO said they deployed nearly 700 workers to address locations that needed repairs across the 14,000 square mile area. Their storm response team includes utility professionals as part of Mutual Assistance from outside SWEPCO’s service territory.
People can sign up for email or text alerts for direct updates on estimated restoration time at their home or business. To sign up, customers can visit the SWEPCO website.
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