BERLIN, Conn. (December 15, 2023) – Eversource is closely monitoring the weather forecast and is ready to respond to the anticipated rain and wind storm. Heavy rain and high winds are expected to impact Connecticut Sunday night into Monday, potentially causing power outages. The energy company is positioning line and tree crews across the state as well as bringing in additional out-of-state crews to respond to any damage or outages caused by the weather.   

“The high winds expected with this storm combined with more rain, saturating the ground further, have the potential to bring down trees and limbs onto electric lines and equipment causing outages, and we’re planning accordingly,” said Eversource President of Electric Operations in Connecticut Steve Sullivan. “Crews will be staged around the state with a heavy emphasis in the areas expecting the highest winds – in the eastern and southeastern part of the state – so they’re ready to restore power as soon as it’s safe to do so.”  

Customers are encouraged to also prepare for the storm by assembling or restocking a storm kit which should include essentials like flashlights, batteries, water, non-perishable foods, pet food and any needed medications. In addition, make sure cell phones and devices are fully charged, create an emergency plan with family members and prepare to check on elderly neighbors and friends.

Eversource reminds customers to stay away from downed wires, keep pets away also and to report them immediately to 9-1-1. Be sure to report any outage online, or by calling 800-286-2000. Customers who signed up for the company’s two-way texting feature can send a text to report an outage and receive outage updates as they happen.

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Tricia Taskey Modifica

(860) 665-4605

Jamie Ratliff

(860) 665-6056