Greenwell Springs, Louisiana – DEMCO reports widespread system impacts from hurricane Ida. At the height of the storm, seventy-five percent of their 113,500 meters experienced outages.
Current outages 77618:
Ascension - 1469
East Baton Rouge - 26269
East Feliciana - 2287
Livingston - 29541
St. Helena - 2415
Tangipahoa - 446
West Feliciana - 1800
Randy Pierce, DEMCO CEO and General Manager says, “Before repairs and restoration can begin, crews must assess damage across the system which includes 8,887 miles of line, hundreds of poles and cross arms and substations.
Water must recede for crews to access and assess damage and removal of trees, broken poles and lines often require coordination and special equipment.
YOUR HELP is appreciated in sharing the messages below:
- Please refrain from driving so essential workers and crews can do their work safely and expeditiously.
- DO NOT DRIVE ACROSS POWER LINES OR MOVE BARRICADES - PLEASE TURN AROUND.
“Safety is our number one priority,” says Pierce. “We ask for prayers over all crews and essential workers as they perform their duties so everyone can return home to their loved ones safe and sound.”
Be advised to contact local health department or emergency management offices about shelters that can assist you during the prolonged outage. If you have a medical emergency, call 9-1-1 or go to the hospital.
