News Maker Casey Hollins REC and tree and vegetation maintenance
Recently we have experienced a number of power outages in several communities.
Often trees are the cause of the disruptions.
We spoke to Rappahannock Electric Cooperative’s Managing Director of Communications and Public Relations Casey Hollins about the outages in our latest news maker.
News makers are sponsored by Warren County Together We are Community.
Casey explains how REC cuts back on both trees and outages.
She explains that the cooperative has regular maintenance with a whole division that works year around to cut back on branches and more.
Casey goes on to explain how we can help in the effort by both reporting possible trouble spots to avoiding future problems when planting.
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REC is prepared for potential outages
In an email from Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) they confirmed they are ready for outages.
The potential of a strong winter storm is expected today Jan. 28 bringing wet snow, strong winds and cold temperatures to the region.
Some areas will be hit harder then others in both Virginia it is likely that the northeast will be hardest hit.
REC already have crews on standby for any potential outages in the areas they serve.
The cooperative has materials like poles, transformers and fuses at the ready for immediate dispatch when needed.
REC is urging members to prepare before the storm hits as well.
You will find a great deal of information to prepare at myrec.coop.
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REC has ways to prep for winter weather
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) urges preparing now before conditions worsen.
A storm prep kit and ideas are at myrec.coop/stormprep.
By keeping your smart devices powered up you can keep up with conditions with or without power.
Report power outages to myrec.coop/out on your smart device.
Listen to the river 953 to remain informed.
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