Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. We encourage everyone to be prepared. Preparing now can help you protect your family before, during, and after severe weather. Here are some tips to ensure you're ready:

1. Update Contact Information – Make sure we have your current phone number and email address. This makes it easier to use our automated phone system. You can update your contact information by calling (863) 834-9535
2. Register for Outage Text Alerts – Report an outage and get updates via text, voice or email. Alerts are available in English and Spanish! Text REG to  21592 to register.
3. View Our Interactive Outage Map – Get real-time updates on outages, restoration times, crew status, and weather.
4. Request Tree Trimming – Let us know if tree limbs appear to interfere with power lines.

Lakeland Electric is committed to quickly restoring power and ensuring community safety. To prepare for storms, residents should assemble an emergency kit that includes essentials such as water, non-perishable food, flashlights, and batteries. It’s also important to secure outdoor furniture and decorations to prevent them from becoming hazardous debris. Stay informed by following local news and updates from Lakeland Electric. Effective preparation and caution are vital for successfully weathering storms. In the event of widespread outages, Lakeland Electric follows a structured restoration process. Priority is given to essential services, like hospitals and emergency responders, first. After that, the focus shifts to restoring power to the greatest number of customers in the shortest amount of time. Finally, restoration efforts will address smaller groups and individual customers. The speed of restoration depends on weather conditions, available resources, and the severity of the damage. For more information, please refer to our Hurricane Guide, which contains comprehensive details on storm readiness and response.