CANTON, Ohio — AEP Ohio has announced the estimated power restoration timeline for six Northeast Ohio cities heavily affected by Saturday's destructive wind gusts.
As of Sunday evening, more than 35,000 still remain without power throughout the state of Ohio, with many in the Northeast Ohio area.
Out of total number of those affected by power outages, AEP Ohio has restored over 70% of the outage areas.
The timeline can be seen below.
Northeast Ohio
- North Canton — March 29, 11 p.m.
- South Canton — March 29, 11 p.m.
- Carrollton — March 28, 6 p.m.
- New Philadelphia — March 29, 11 p.m.
- Steubenville — March 29, 11 p.m.
- Wooster — March 28, 6 p.m.
AEP Ohio also included safety reminders during a long lasting power outage that can be seen below:
- Stay away from any downed wires. Call 911 and report any hazards through the AEP Ohio mobile app or by calling AEP Ohio at (800) 672-2231.
- Investigate your surroundings before trying to clean up any debris. Limbs, leaves and other objects moved by the wind could hide downed wires. Do not attempt to remove tree limbs or debris within 10 feet of a power line.
- Check on family, friends and neighbors who are elderly, have small children or have a medical condition.
- Notify AEP Ohio if you’re using a generator. This protects you and our lineworkers as they work to restore power.
- Never operate lanterns, heaters or fuel-fired stoves without proper ventilation.
- Unplug major appliances to protect them when power is restored.
- Refuel heaters, lamps and generators outside and away from any flames or sparks. Wipe up spilled fuel immediately.
- Never burn charcoal indoors — it releases poisonous carbon monoxide.
You can sign up for text alerts at AEPOhio.com/alerts and visit their website to track the latest info on any outages you may be experiencing.