LCEC is ready for storm season
Lee County Electric Cooperative (LCEC) reported that it continually hardens the electric system by proactively inspecting facilities, identifying potential problem areas and repairing or replacing before a storm rolls in, and upgrading substations and infrastructure.
The year-round investments in systems and programs are aimed at reducing vulnerabilities and building a resilient electric system. Routine vegetation management also helps keep lines clear of trees and brush that could cause power outages.
LCEC continued that for three years, it has been conducting quarterly patrols of the backbone circuits on the system. Not only does this improve resiliency, it has also helped improve reliability of the system during blue skies.
Each LCEC employee, vendor and supplier are on deck when there is a threat of a storm. The restoration plan is practiced long before the first tracking model is published and many potential scenarios are considered.
“No storm is the same and there is no way to know what each situation will bring,” it shared. “A plan for additional resources, extra fuel, inventory and equipment, communications, fleet maintenance and many other details are all proactively considered so that boots can be on the ground as quick as possible.”
Residents and business owners can prepare by:
– Developing a family or business plan.
– Practicing the plan and implementing it when needed.
– Referring to the LCEC Hurricane Guide at https://www.lcec.net/my-reliability/storm-center/hurricane-guide/ and Storm Center at https://www.lcec.net/my-reliability/storm-center/.
“It is frustrating to be without power,” LCEC shared. “Residents and business owners can rest assured, emergency responders are ready to working under challenging conditions to help everyone get on with their lives when needed.”
For more information, visit https://www.lcec.net/.