VEC Crews have been working around the clock to restore power to thousands of customers in the region. Tonight will be yet another test of the power grid as temps fall below zero.  As a result TVA is requesting that all customers conserve electricity as much as possible.

Demand is expected to reach an all-time high Thursday morning at 33,500 megawatts.
VEC has taken steps to meet this high demand and protect the power distribution system. Customers are asked to conserve energy as much as possible, beginning at 3 p.m. Wednesday through midday Thursday.
Some suggested energy conservation measures are:
Consumers can reduce their power consumption and lower their power bills by:
Turn down the thermostat. Lowering the temperature just one degree can result in a savings of up to 3 percent.
Postpone using electric appliances such as dishwashers, dryers and cooking equipment.
Turn off non-essential lights, appliances, electronics and other electrical equipment. “We have called in extra crews and contract crews and we will continue working non-stop until power has been restored

POWER TRANSFORMER EXPLODES WHEN TREE FALLS ACROSS LINES

to all affected customers,” said VEC Vice President of Operations Clyde Jolley. “We apologize for any inconveniences, but we will continue to work around-the-clock until we get all the damage repaired.”