2014 Hurricane Preparedness Guide Do You Know the Difference Between “Watches” and “Warnings”? Watch - Hurricane/tropical storm conditions are possible in the area, usually within 48 hours. Warning - Hurricane/tropical storm conditions are expected in the area, within 36 hours. When a hurricane is in the gulf, monitor the National Hurricane Center for up-to-date information and warnings: www.nhc.noaa.gov or www.hurricanes.gov
Contact Your Power Line Company Directly for Power Outages AEP Delivery Areas 1-866-223-8508 www.aeptexas.com
Texas-New Mexico 1-888-866-7456
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Oncor Delivery Area 1-888-313-4747 http://stormcenter.oncor.com/default.html
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CenterPoint Delivery Area 1-800-332-7143 http://gis.centerpointenergy.com/outagetracker
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Unplug major appliances to protect them from a power surge when power comes back on. Leave a light turned on so you know when power is restored. Refuel heaters, lamps, and generators outside, and stay away from any flames or sparks. Wipe up fuel spills immediately. Do not plug generators directly into wall outlets -- this protects you and our line workers as they work to restore power. Never operate generators, lanterns, heaters, or fuel-fired stoves without proper ventilation. Avoid downed power lines or sparking equipment. Never remove debris that’s within 10 feet of a power line. Prevent children from carrying candles or oil lamps.