Tropical Storm Beryl Brings Tornadoes to the ArkLaTex; SWEPCO Works to Restore Power

What You Need to Know

July 8, 2024 - Due to multiple confirmed tornadoes across the ArkLaTex area, there have been impacts to our energy delivery system.

Apply Now for Texas Summer Cooling Help

July 8, 2024 – Texans may be able to get help to pay summer cooling bills until funds are depleted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Eligibility is based on income for the federally funded Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. To apply, visit the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to find an administering agency near you or dial 211 to discover more resources.

Here Comes the Sun; Crews Continue Massive Repairs Across ArkLaTex

June 6, 2024 - A welcome break in the weather allowed crews to make more progress. Power was restored last night to customers in Bossier City, Louisiana, De Queen and Nashville in Arkansas and in Waskom, Texas.

SWEPCO wins Trade Partner of Year/St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway

AEP Foundation Donates to Local Food Banks

July 7, 2023 – The AEP Foundation, at the recommendation of SWEPCO, is donating $100,000 to help local communities affected by the June 16 supercell storm that caused catastrophic damage across the Ark-La-Tex.

Four regional food banks will share the gift: Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana, East Texas Food Bank, Harvest Texarkana and Titus County Cares.

Power Restored to More Than 90% of Customers; All-In Response Continues

June 22, 2023 - Following the massive restoration effort, more than 225,000 Ark-La-Tex residents have had their power restored. The work in three states has been described as historic with more than 3,978 utility professionals from across the U.S., offering support.

Reports show approximately 21,800 Ark-La-Tex residents remain without power and work continues.

EF-1 Tornado Damages SWEPCO Energy Delivery System; Restoration Requires Prolonged Effort

June 17, 2023 – Early morning storms on Friday left catastrophic damage in East Texas and Northwest Louisiana including significant impacts to transmission lines, the backbone of SWEPCO’s energy delivery network. The storm included a National Weather Service confirmed EF-1 half-mile wide tornado that touched down in Panola County, Texas and crossed into Caddo Parish, Louisiana.

SWEPCO Disaster Recovery

June 16, 2023 - Emergency assessment and response is well underway by SWEPCO crews across the service area after powerful storms brought down trees in east Texas and into northwest Louisiana. As of 11 a.m., Friday, more than 237,000 customers were without power. Many roads were also blocked by some of the same downed trees that took down power lines.

Crews are working now to support four regional hospitals impacted by the extreme weather in Shreveport, Louisiana and Marshall and Longview, Texas to help make those facilities safe.

SWEPCO Offers Tips Ahead of Extreme Winter Weather Potential

December 20, 2022 - Southwestern Electric Power Co. is urging customers to be prepared for a potential extreme winter weather event Thursday and Friday. Forecasts predict dangerous, below-freezing temperatures, high winds and some wintry precipitation across Arkansas, Texas and Louisiana. These factors can stress the electric grid and cause utility problems. SWEPCO personnel are prepared if power outages occur and are asking customers to do the same by following these tips.

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SWEPCO Offers Electrical Safety Tips When Decorating for the Holiday Season

November 21, 2022 – SWEPCO wants to remind the public about important electrical safety tips when decorating homes and offices this holiday season.

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