America's Electric Companies Are Quickly Restoring Power Following Hurricane Isaias

At the peak, Isaias knocked out power to approximately 950,000 customers. More than 579,000 customers are restored less than two days after landfall, as of 1:30 PM ET, thanks to the crews who already were in place.

Restoration Continues

Crews have been working around the clock, with more than 25,000 workers from at least 25 states supporting the restoration effort.

Customers should stay safe and avoid downed power lines, damaged equipment, and flooded areas.

"Electric companies were ready before Isaias made landfall, and that preparation is paying off for customers," said EEI President and CEO Drew Maloney. "Year-round planning, close coordination with federal, state, and local partners, and sustained investments in a stronger, smarter grid put thousands of workers in position to restore power quickly and safely. Crews won't stop until every customer who can safely receive power is back on."

Technology Helping Electric Companies at Every Stage of the Response

Before landfall, Southern Company used predictive analytics, real-time operational data, and AI to forecast impacts and position crews, equipment, and materials across the Southeast. Mississippi Power used data analytics to determine which areas would be hit hardest and assigned resources accordingly.

After the storm hit, drones helped speed damage assessments when flooding and downed trees made it hard to reach impacted areas. FPL completed 189 drone and helicopter flights to identify where crews and equipment were needed most, and sent customers updates through automated calls and text messages.

Smart grid technology also helped limit and shorten outages. Georgia Power said its technology "kicked in fast" to keep more customers connected. Duke Energy Florida said its grid investments are "reducing outages, limiting their duration and helping us restore power faster."

Watch and learn more about how electric companies prepare year-round to serve their communities when severe weather strikes.

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