To lessen the risk that storms will damage the overhead lines into your home, have any trees that grow near those lines trimmed. If you notice trees threatening to damage any of YEC's high voltage power lines, please notify us at (803) 684-4248.

Stay informed about the weather in your area. If you're warned about approaching violent storms that could cause power outages, turn the temperature in your refrigerator and freezer to the lowest setting, to provide maximum chilling before hand, should the power go off. Make sure you have flashlights, fresh batteries, and a battery operated radio in working condition, and fill containers and your bathtub with water.

If you or a family member requires life support equipment such as a respirator, make sure YEC knows about these needs and have a backup source of power ready if the primary source of power does go out. Keep your backup generator in good condition and test it periodically. If your power goes out, disconnect appliances and turn off lights. When power is restored, this many appliances coming on at once could cause a power surge that could damage your equipment.

Report your outage right away to YEC. Look in the section for reporting power outages for more information.