Storm Center
ECSC outage map
Use this online tool to track power outages and the progress of repairs throughout the S.C. electric cooperative system.
Reporting your power outage
If you see downed power lines or your home experiences a power outage, use this directory to report it to your local electric cooperative. Don’t assume another member has called.
Build your own storm kit
The best way to cope with a weather-related emergency is to be prepared. Use these tips to build a basic storm kit that can carry you through emergency situations at home or in the event of evacuations.
Generator safety
Learn how to protect the lives of your family and the co-op’s line crews when using portable and permanent generators in the aftermath of a storm.
Food safety tips during a power outage
Storm-induced power outages can take you by surprise. If you’ve lost power and have a refrigerator full of food, make sure time and temperatures are on your side.
Stay away from downed power lines
When a heavy storm damages utility poles and brings down power lines there is always a risk of serious injury or death.
Restoring your power after a storm
When a major storm hits, electric co-op lineworkers stand ready to swing into action to repair power outages, often before the storm is even over. Learn how they safely restore power to the greatest number of customers in the shortest time possible.
How you can help your cooperative
After a storm, your local electric cooperative is committed to restoring your power as quickly and as safely as possible. For those who want to help in that effort, here are some do’s and don’ts to keep everyone—the public and the repair crews—safe.
Emergency contacts and resources
Use these resources to keep your family informed and safe in the event of any disaster. Plus: Learn how South Carolina’s electric cooperatives and emergency responders work together before, during and after a major storm.
What to do when bad weather strikes
Use this guide to understand—and prepare for—the most common weather disasters in South Carolina.
Turn Around Don’t Drown PSA
Heavy rains can cause dangerous flash flooding. The National Weather Service reminds motorists that cars can get swept away in as little as 12 inches of flowing water. Watch this video to better understand and avoid the risk.
