Sustained high winds are moving through the Entergy Mississippi service territory, resulting in widespread customer outages. These winds are expected to last into the evening. As of 5:30 p.m., approximately 15,000 customers are without power. Our crews including linemen, damage assessors, vegetation workers and support personnel are working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible.
Preparing for the worst while hoping for the best is a constant in our storm readiness plans. The preparation proved to be needed, since the tornado outbreak spawned 18 twisters over two days in the state, according to the National Weather Service.
Current weather conditions, including high winds combined with changing temperatures and declining relative humidity, are contributing to a rise in fire hazard risk and red flag warnings across our service area in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas.
Restoration is complete and electrical power has been restored to all customers affected by that storm who can safely receive power.
Entergy Arkansas is committed to helping customers recover following the devastating tornadoes. The following information will help educate customers who are bringing in their own temporary housing units while they make repairs, or if they plan to vacate their home(s).
Entergy Mississippi crews, contractors and tree trimmers are working diligently to complete power restoration following the recent severe weather system that caused significant damage in our service area.
Multiple thunderstorms moved through the state March 14 and March 15, causing widespread power outages to more than 15,000 customers, toppling transmission structures, breaking hundreds of power poles and causing major property damage.
Entergy Mississippi crews, contractors, tree trimmers and scouts are working diligently to restore power following the recent severe weather system that caused significant damage in our service area.