Pertaining to Large Outages
At Craighead Electric Cooperative (CECC), we understand that our members rely on us for consistent power, especially during extreme weather conditions. However, there are times when the demand for electricity…
Did you see the Northern Lights on the evening of May 10th? Just hours before, the strongest solar storm detected in 20 years erupted from the sun and caused an…
Those old enough to remember the days of landline phone service know that hardwired home phones didn't need to be plugged in to a power outlet. They received their power…
Following severe rain, wind and hail which moved into Northeast Arkansas on January 11th, Craighead Electric Cooperative Corporation (CECC) and empower Broadband had approximately 1,400 members without electric/internet service.
Jonesboro, AR. — June 27, 2023 (9:00 p.m.) —Craighead Electric Cooperative Corporation (CECC) is working hard to restore power to its members after the strong winds that swept through the…
Does your health rely on electricity? A sudden power outage due to sever weather or a nearby accident could leave you without power for hours or even days. Do you have an emergency plan? Talk with your family and friends about what you would do in the event of a long power outage. Do you have an alternative place to stay?
We often hear the question from members “What causes my lights to blink?” The power grid is subject to certain short-term losses of power, and Craighead Electric Cooperative takes all possible measures to prevent these occurrences and minimize their impact on our members.
Craighead Electric Cooperative Corporation of Jonesboro reports that electric services to approximately 4,800 members were without power in the peak of the storm. Services were interrupted by straight-line winds in excess of eighty-five miles per hour, caused damage to approximately twenty-five poles.
Thanks to everyone for your patience and understanding as we deal with unprecedented circumstances regarding potential service interruptions. Please know that this could change at any moment and we will…
All, As you know, this historic cold weather event has put a strain on the South’s electric infrastructure. Due to the unavailability of natural gas, some of Arkansas’ gas-fired plants are out of service and others are offline due to emergency repairs. Wind and solar resources are typically unavailable in extreme weather conditions...