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Hurricane season starts Sunday, June 1, and  there could be 17 named storms with 9 being hurricanes – four of which are predicted to be major hurricanes of Category 3 or higher.   

Severe weather is impacting our region with increased strength and greater frequency. Last year’s storm seasons proved our resiliency and hardening investments are working, but summer can bring a variety of threats. This spring season has been very active with numerous severe thunderstorms, tornados, and flooding impacts to our operations. It is important that we are ready for anything that Mother Nature may bring. 

Safety is one of our core values, and we encourage you to make it your top priority, too. You can keep yourself and your family safe by preparing a good personal disaster plan. Learn how to make an emergency kit and get important severe weather safety tips on the   

Safety resources on the  include: 

• : Make a plan, make a kit. 
• : A lifeline during a disaster. 
• : Stay storm ready. 
• : Safety after the storm. 
• : Know the hazards. 
• : Know the signs. 
• : Avoid loss and risk of illness.  

Additional weather safety information: 

• : Water and electricity don’t mix. 
• : Keep yourself and others safe. 
• : Nature’s most violent storm. 
• : Prepare for the unpredictable. 
•  Stay aware and stay safe. 

Staying informed before, during and after a tropical system strikes is just as important as making personal storm plans. Here’s how you can stay up to date on our preparations and restoration efforts: 

• Download the Entergy app. Customers can use the app to report outages or check on the status of power at their home or business. 
• Check our View Outages map. Maps show where outages are located and give information about restoration progress. 
• Follow us on ,  and . Social media also plays an important role in keeping you informed, and we place a high priority on updating our social media channels throughout an event.  
• Sign up for about storm and restoration efforts by texting REG to 36778. 
• Visit the website. The site has storm safety, preparation and restoration information that is updated throughout the day. 
• Download the Operation: Storm Ready Guide. This guide will help you plan and prepare for weather emergencies. Versions are available in  and