Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative is closely monitoring the impact Hurricane Helene will have on our service area beginning Thursday morning. Preparations have been made through the week in response to possible heavy rains, flooding and high winds resulting in potential power outages.

While the path of the storm is unsure, you can be sure that all Blue Ridge employees and equipment will be prepared to respond to power outages as quickly and safely as possible. Additional crews have already been engaged and will be on site as well.

High winds pose a particular threat for outages. Downed power lines are a safety concern during storms. Everyone should stay away from power lines that have fallen or are sagging - and consider all lines energized, as well as trees, limbs, fences or anything in contact with lines. Downed lines are hard to see in the rain and standing water. Anyone who encounters large pools of standing water should stop, back up and choose another path.

For updated outage information download the Blue Ridge app or visit our outage map here on the website. Outages can be reported through the mobile app, by calling 888-258-3743 (888-BLUERIDGE) or by texting OUT to 800-240-3400 if you are enrolled in Text Power. Follow us on Facebook for updates throughout the storm.