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Restoration Update
Latest updates on our storm response
We’re responding to outages caused by severe winds and rain
Storm Restoration Update: Crews Working Around the Clock Following One of the Most Significant Storms in Company History
Since the storm began, we have restored power to more than 130,000 customers, but significant work remains as crews continue repairing extensive damage and rebuilding portions of the electric system.
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Forester does his part to improve customers’ power reliability
Meet Casey Rishel, a dedicated forester at PPL Electric Utilities, who ensures safe, reliable power by managing tree trimming and vegetation along power lines. Learn about his role and our commitment to both electric reliability and environmental stewardship in Lycoming County.
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Engineering ways to make the public safer
Nothing is more gratifying to Bill Farber than knowing his hard work at PPL Electric Utilities has helped tens of thousands of Pennsylvanians live and work more safely. It may even have saved some lives. Farber, an electrical engineer in his 16th year at PPL Electric,...
Our response to Tropical Storm Debby’s remnants
(Updated at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 10) PPL Electric Utilities lineworkers and support staff continue working around the clock to restore power for customers who experienced outages due to the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby that swept through the area on...
Keep everyone safe by calling 811 before digging
Nothing is more important than ensuring everyone stays safe near our power lines and electrical equipment, including underground power lines. We always call 811 at least three business days before any project that involves digging for the safety of our employees,...
Savings never looked so delicious
Summer is always a fun time to get family and friends together to share some great-tasting food. Why not skip cooking in a hot kitchen and grill outside? It’s an easy way to save energy and money. Serving no-bake desserts is another way to enjoy the party. You’re not...
Powering Equity through The Cooperage Project
Delivering safe, reliable electricity is just one of the ways we take part in the communities we serve. Through the PPL Foundation’s Powering Equity grants, we support nonprofit organizations advancing diversity, equity and inclusion, and protecting underrepresented...
Shop smart and save
We’re committed to managing prices and securing the lowest cost of energy for our customers. That's why our Price to Compare or PPL Electric default rate, changes twice per year on June 1 and December 1. We deliver your electricity, but we don’t own the power plants...
How to stay cool and save during the dog days of summer
The long days of summer mean higher temperatures, but they don’t have to mean higher energy costs. We have easy tips to help you stay cool and save, so you can spend less on energy and more on what matters most. For instance, a smart thermostat is a great way to...
Crews working to restore outages caused by storms
We will continue to work as safely and quickly as possible around the clock until all customers are restored. We have hundreds of personnel responding to the storm, providing both field-based and back-office emergency response operations across our service territory. This includes lineworkers, foresters, damage assessors and call center staff. In preparation for the storm, we brought in more than 600 workers from outside our company to assist in restoration efforts.
Safety continues to be our priority. Remember, should you encounter a downed wire at any time, assume it’s energized and stay away. Report downed wires to PPL Electric or local emergency response agencies.
Power lines and ballot boxes: a ‘Picture’ perfect volunteer
Volunteerism is at the core of our values as a company. We are thankful for our team of 1,700-plus employees who dedicate countless hours every year to giving back to the communities we live in and serve. However, volunteerism can present itself in many different...
Expired: Crews working to restore outages caused by storms
As of 9:00 a.m. Sunday (6/23), approximately 6,400 of our 1.5 million customers were without power. Since the storms began Saturday (6/22), we have restored power to more than 33,000 customers. Current predictions for pop-up storms Sunday may result in additional outages. Remember, if you encounter a downed wire at any time, assume it’s energized, stay away and report it immediately.
