Photo of downed power lines and damaged Hydro One equipment near Thamesville earlier this week (CNW Group/Hydro One Inc.)
Hydro One is gearing up for severe weather including high winds and heavy rain that could cause power outages in parts of Ontario.
Environment Canada has issued a Tornado Watch for Deep River, Lake of Two Rivers, Whitney along with Eastern and Western Algonquin Park.
Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms which may produce tornadoes.
Hydro One encourages customers to always be prepared for potential extended outages by having an emergency kit re-stocked and ready at home.
Here’s what to include:
- Water and food that won’t spoil for all family members, including pets
- A manual can opener
- Windup or battery-powered flashlight and radio
- Batteries and extended battery chargers
- Cash
- First aid kit and medical items
- Blankets
- Emergency numbers including Hydro One’s emergency line, 1-800-434-1235
- Fully charged cell-phone or have at least one corded phone at home; a cordless phone will not work in a power outage
Be sure to stay clear of any fallen power lines and keep at least 10 metres back, even if it does not appear to be live.
Hydro One customers can report outages online through the company’s outage map and app or by calling 1-800-434-1235.