How to prepare for an ice storm

Reality: an ice storm is not “just another winter storm.” First: ice is heavy. A half-inch of ice can add 500lbs to power lines or trees and a full inch means 1,000lbs hanging from everything. Even Read More...

Stay Safe During Storms and Power Outages

Safety Guidelines Be attentive to severe weather warnings.Leave your home if authorities order an evacuation, especially if your home is in an area that floods easily.In frigid weather, if your power is likely to be Read More...

It’s so hard to say goodbye…

Last week, we wished a very happy retirement to our long-time General Manager, Jay Martin. If you had the opportunity to chat with Jay over the years you already know he was truly one of Read More...

What to Expect This Hurricane Season – 2020

An above-normal 2020 Atlantic hurricane season is expected, according to forecasters with NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, a division of the National Weather Service. The outlook predicts a 60% chance of an above-normal season, a 30% Read More...

Heavy rain, strong winds, and power outages oh my!

Creaking trees turn to snapping branches (and many times uprooted trunks!) quickly. Where are those branches and trees landing? In the road and on power lines, knocking out electricity for Connecticut residents. Not having water Read More...