LCEC is closely monitoring Milton and ready to implement its restoration plan if needed, officials said Monday.

“LCEC has partnerships with power line and tree-trimming contractors, fuel companies, material vendors, food-service vendors, other cooperatives, and local agencies for mutual aid to ensure that we are ready for restoration. Additionally, each of the 450+ LCEC employees will play a critical role in the restoration plan,” the electric co-op said in a release.

LCEC COMMUNITY OUTREACH

The LCEC Community Outreach Team will be set up at two locations in preparation for impacts from Milton. The team will be providing LCEC Hurricane Guides, storm-related safety tips, and more. An LCEC Energy Advisor will also be at each site to address questions regarding GenerLink, surgeSENSE, and generator safety.

• Oct. 7

Winn-Dixie at Pine Island Center

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

9854 Stringfellow Road

St. James City, FL 33956

• Oct. 8

10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Lowe’s Home Improvement – Pine Island

1651 NE Pine Island Rd

Cape Coral, FL 33909

The purpose of these outreach events is to help members prepare for any potential tropical impacts in the coming days.

NOW IS THE TIME TO PREPARE

• Know your zone. Keep an eye on updates from local government regarding flood and evacuation zone updates.

• Ensure that you have a backup telephone if you use a telephone that is dependent on electricity.

• Keep a battery-operated radio, a couple of flashlights, and a fresh supply of batteries on hand.

• If you or a family member requires life-support equipment, such as a respirator, make sure you have a backup source of power ready in case the electricity goes out.

• If you are planning to use a generator, make sure you know how to safely operate it.

• For helpful information before, during, and after a storm, view the LCEC Hurricane Guide.

WHAT MEMBERS CAN EXPECT

LCEC does not disconnect power before a storm. We let mother nature takes its course, and we begin to restore power to the impacted areas once winds are at a safe level.

• Stay clear of downed power lines, as they may be energized.

• Puddles of water contacting downed lines are dangerous.

• Keep LCEC phone lines clear for emergency calls by only calling to report safety threats.

Source: LCEC