The winter storm that swept through Kentucky Sunday night into Monday morning brought with it some power outages across the state.
Here’s what to know.
How many Kentucky residents are without power?
Just less than 19,500 customers were reported to be without power across LG&E and KU’s service area, including some in Louisville near the airport and the Butchertown neighborhood, the Courier-Journal reported at 6:40 a.m. on Monday.
The company previously said more than 1,000 employees were on standby across service areas for restoration repairs amid the ongoing weather conditions.
Power outage tips
FEMA’s ready.gov website has the following tips for power outages:
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Keep freezers and refrigerators closed.
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Do not use a gas stove or oven to heat your home.
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Disconnect appliances and electronics to avoid damage from electrical surges.
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Use a generator, but only outdoors and away from windows.
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Have alternate plans for refrigerating medicines or using power-dependent medical devices.
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Go to a community location with power if cold is extreme. Check with local officials about heating locations open near you.
Returning after a power outage
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When in doubt, throw it out. Throw away any food that has been exposed to temperatures 40 degrees or higher for two hours or more, or that has an unusual odor, color or texture.
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If the power is out for more than a day, discard any medication that should be refrigerated, unless the drug’s label says otherwise. Consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately for a new supply.
For more power outage tips check out the article below.
Kentucky power outages: How to prepare for a power outage. FEMA food storage and heating tips
Kentucky power outage map
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