Preparation is vital

We work all year to prepare for storm season

• We monitor National Weather Service briefings prior to major storms.
• PUD crews and storm staff attend fall trainings to make sure they’re prepared.
• Key warehouse supplies are stocked well ahead of winter storms.
• The PUD brings in mutual aid and contract crews for support as needed.
• PUD crews trim up to 750 line miles of vegetation annually to minimize falling trees/branches.

PUD storm prep in action

We encourage you to prepare as well! Here are ways to do that:

• Build an emergency preparedness kit.
• Charge your smartphone in advance of a storm and have a charger that works in your vehicle.
• Bookmark our outage map.
• Stay informed: Follow us on facebook.
• Have a backup plan: Designate an out-of-area contact phone number and alternate meeting place for your family.
• Protect food by keeping your fridge and freezer doors closed as much as possible.
• Never use a gas stove or charcoal grill inside. Carbon monoxide kills.
• Special medical needs? Consider a backup generator, and set up another place to stay with friends/family for support.
• Stay far away from fallen power lines
• Make sure you have batteries for flashlights. Exercise extreme caution if you use candles or oil lamps – never leave them unattended and keep them away from furniture, drapes, and other flammable materials.