Entergy Arkansas prepared for upcoming Election Day

10/28/2024

Collaboration with state and local officials helps ensure power reliability for polling locations

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – As Arkansans prepare to head to the polls next week, Entergy Arkansas is doing our part to ensure voting in the 2024 general election goes smoothly. Company leaders have been working on a preparedness plan to help ensure power reliability to voting locations across the state.

“For the last several months, Entergy Arkansas has been working in collaboration with state and local election officials to assure continuity of operations during this year’s election,” said Adam Effrein, Entergy Arkansas’ vice president for power delivery. “We want to do everything we can to provide safe, reliable utility service throughout our service territory so each Arkansan can exercise their right to vote without interruption or delay due to an electric outage.”

Entergy Arkansas’ election preparedness plan includes monitoring the weather and mobilizing workers and equipment throughout our service area to quickly and safely respond if issues arise. While widespread power outages are not expected, Entergy Arkansas stands ready to restore power if needed.

Although there are no known specific or credible threats to the electric grid in conjunction with the election, the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Bureau of Investigation maintain a posture of hypervigilance in the days leading up to and following the general election.

“While we do not anticipate any issues on Election Day, we have worked to eliminate or minimize any potential interruptions to service and are ready to expedite return of service to polling locations if necessary," said Effrein.

Entergy Arkansas joins federal and state officials in encouraging customers to remain alert as they visit polling places and other public gatherings related to the election. If you see something, please say something. Reporting any suspicious activity to election officials or law enforcement can prevent or resolve potential problems before it is too late.

About Entergy Arkansas

Entergy Arkansas, LLC provides electricity to approximately 730,000 customers in 63 counties. Entergy Arkansas is a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation, a Fortune 500 electric company. Entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. With roots in our communities for more than 100 years, Entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. Since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. For the latest news from Entergy Arkansas, visit the Newsroom and connect with @EntergyArk on social media.