By 1808Delaware

The City of Delaware has shared news that Ohio Edison/First Energy will have a planned outage on Monday.

In an effort to ensure the reliability and safety of the power supply, Ohio Edison has announced a planned power outage on Monday, January 8. This brief interruption, expected to last between 5 to 10 minutes, is a necessary step for the company to restore a local substation to its normal operations.

The outage is specifically targeted at customers of Ohio Edison. Residents and businesses subscribed to Ohio Edison’s services in the area will experience this short disruption. The company has taken steps to minimize the inconvenience by limiting the duration of the outage and by providing advance notice to those affected.

To keep customers informed, Ohio Edison has initiated an automated phone messaging system. These messages will notify customers of the impending power interruption. It is crucial for customers to ensure that their contact details are up to date. To update phone numbers, customers can reach out to Ohio Edison at 1-800-633-4766. Additionally, the option to receive text messages or emails about such updates is available. Customers can sign up for these services by visiting the First Energy website at www.firstenergycorp.com/login.

This planned outage is the final step in a series of maintenance efforts by Ohio Edison. In December, the company undertook repair work on one of its substations. These repairs have now been completed. The upcoming outage is a necessary measure to bring this substation back online and ensure that it functions smoothly as part of the broader electrical system.

While the outage is expected to be brief, it is always advisable for residents and businesses to prepare. This could include charging essential devices, planning around the outage time for critical activities, and ensuring backup systems are in place for vital operations.


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