BEND, OR -- The National Weather Service issued a high-wind warning for Central Oregon, beginning at 4 a.m. Tuesday. Pacific Power says it is monitoring the winter storm expected this week in much of Oregon, California and Washington.
Strong winds, snowfall and sub-freezing temperatures could result in system interruptions and crews are on standby to respond to weather-related outages. The utility encourages customers to prepare by taking the following steps:
- Update your contact information.
- Sign up to receive outage alerts by text, email or phone.
- Restock your outage kit.
- Keep mobile devices charged, in case of emergency.
- Track outages, update contact info and do more with Pacific Power's free app.
- Text OUT to 722797 to report your outage or STAT to check status.
Pacific Power reminds you to stay away from downed trees and utility lines.
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