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entergy arkansas winter weather storm update – 1/10/25, 11 a.m.

by: arkansas editorial team

01/10/2025

arctic air with snow and sleet made its way into the state thursday afternoon. forecasts call for more precipitation across our service territory and is expected to continue throughout the afternoon. we understand the challenges extreme cold temperatures pose for both you and our electrical system. entergy arkansas continues to work safely to keep the lights on and to keep you warm. currently, there are approximately 6,836 entergy arkansas customers without power.

temperatures are forecasted to be in the teens tonight across the state. we expect the weather to be above freezing later next week. we want to remind you that travel may be hazardous due to wet snow and icy roads. please drive safely and watch for black ice to prevent accidents that could damage electrical equipment, which could potentially cause power outages. if you must travel, please exercise caution, and stay informed on local weather updates.

entergy arkansas crews are actively assessing damage and working strategically to restore power as quickly and safely as possible. we estimate most of the customers in the heavily impacted areas who can receive power will be restored by 10 p.m. tonight. crews are prepared to respond promptly when outages occur. power restoration during extreme cold can take longer due to increased demands of heating units. approximately 2,140 crew members are currently working and equipped to respond to outages across our service territory.  

be sure to report any outages to entergy via our mobile app at entergy.com/app or online at entergy.com/reportoutage. please be aware the restoration process can be hampered by the surge of instantaneous electrical demand from appliances (heating units, water heaters, etc.) commonly known as cold load when service is restored to your location, potentially overloading protective devices on entergy’s electrical system. to help mitigate this problem, entergy encourages you to turn off or disconnect any electrical heaters or electrical appliances that can easily be turned off until power is restored, and gradually power them on once power has been restored to your location.

your safety and comfort are our top priorities. during this time to help our customers navigate the conditions, we have suspended all disconnections through monday, january 13. disconnections will resume when temperatures are above 32 degrees.

entergy arkansas strives to provide the most up-to-date information about outages. the best way to get information is via entergy’s view outage page on our website. customers with special needs or other circumstances are encouraged to plan for other accommodations, in the event of an outage.

thank you for being our valued entergy arkansas customer. stay warm and connected, as we navigate this season together.

warming centers opened for customers

for preparation tips and cold weather updates, visit entergy.com/cold.

for additional inclement weather tips and storm updates, visit entergy.com/stormcenter.

to report an outage visit myentergy.com/reportoutage.

current restoration times:

magnolia

currently 3,852 customers are without power in magnolia and surrounding areas. additional personnel and resources have been brought in to help with restoration. we estimate most of the customers who can receive power will be restored by 12 p.m. saturday.

arkadelphia

currently 374 customers are without power in arkadelphia and surrounding areas. additional personnel and resources have been brought in to help with restoration. we estimate most of the customers who can receive power will be restored by 10 p.m. tonight.

el dorado

currently 1,146 customers are without power in el dorado and surrounding areas. additional personnel and resources have been brought in to help with restoration. we estimate most of the customers who can receive power will be restored by 10 p.m. tonight.

warren

currently 239 customers are without power in warren and surrounding areas. additional personnel and resources have been brought in to help with restoration. we estimate most of the customers who can receive power will be restored by 10 p.m. tonight.

winter weather restoration process

as the winter storm impacts arkansas, we will deploy scouts to assess damage in all affected areas. it is on these assessments that we base our estimated restoration times. we will communicate these estimates with you and will provide updates as new information becomes available. our crews will simultaneously be restoring service where it is deemed safe to do so. we ask for your patience, and please know restoring your power safely and quickly is our top priority.

extra weight on power lines caused by ice can cause them to fall or stretch, possibly causing power interruptions. while entergy arkansas manages growth of trees and bushes near electrical equipment, one half-inch of ice can increase the weight of a tree limb as much as 30 times, causing even smaller limbs to bend or snap, falling onto power lines and causing an outage.

please be aware the restoration process can be hampered by the surge of instantaneous electrical demand from appliances (heating units, water heaters, etc.) when service is restored to your location, potentially overloading protective devices on entergy’s electrical system. to help mitigate this problem, entergy encourages you to turn off any electrical heaters or electrical appliances that can easily be turned off until power is restored.

as with any weather event, please be mindful of the following safety tips:

• live wires can be deadly. stay away from downed power lines. call 1-800-9outage or 1-800-968-8243 to report downed or dangling power lines, damaged or downed poles or other damaged equipment.
• do not trim trees or remove debris on or near downed power lines. only power company crews or their contractors should remove trees or limbs touching power lines. again, stay away from downed power lines.
• keep away from the immediate areas where crews are working. there is always the danger of moving equipment and the possibility of construction materials, limbs or overhead wires falling to the ground.
• if you plan on using a generator for temporary power, get a licensed electrician and disconnect from the utility electric system before hooking up to your main electric panel. 
• do not run a generator in a confined space without adequate ventilation. use them only outdoors, following all manufacturers’ safety guidelines.
• turn off any electrical appliances that can easily be turned to the off position until power is restored.
• check on seniors, who can be particularly susceptible to extreme temperatures.
• try to stay off the roads in affected areas. more traffic in bad weather leads to more accidents, including more injuries and fatalities as well as accidents that can damage electrical poles and other equipment, creating outages and impeding the ability of crews to access and repair damage and slowing restoration.

we want to keep you informed and in control. the best way to get information about outages is via entergy’s view outage page on our website. additional resources for your convenience:

• download our app for your smartphone at com/app or visit entergy storm center to stay informed on our restoration progress.
• sign up for text alerts. from your cellphone, text r e g to 368374, or visit com.
• follow us on facebook and on twitter @entergyark.
• follow updates in your local news media, like radio, television, and newspapers.

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