Key accomplishments ahead of this year’s hurricane season include:

• Completing 3,000+ critical equipment inspections and more than 300 targeted reliability inspections.
• Installing over 6,700+ distribution poles and more than 120 miles of total transmission and distribution lines.
• Trimming more than 1,300 miles of vegetation and removing 5,200+ hazardous trees.
• Conducting aerial patrols exceeding 7,500 miles of transmission lines to identify potential risks.
• Installing 100+ automation devices to help reduce restoration times.

“This year, we’ve already responded to more than a dozen weather events using our full storm protocols,” said Frank Shannon, vice president of reliability at Entergy Texas. “As a vertically integrated utility, Entergy Texas manages its own generation, transmission and distribution systems—giving us the flexibility to act fast and coordinate seamlessly when severe weather strikes.”

Strengthening the Southeast Texas power grid

Entergy Texas is investing $137 million over the next three years through��. These upgrades are projected to reduce outage durations by 1 billion minutes over 50 years and save customers millions in restoration costs.

Additionally, the company����through the Department of ���ϳԹ���’s Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) program. These funds support significant upgrades in the Port Arthur area, including replacing or hardening nearly 1,000 structures in the Pear Ridge, Kolbs and Lakeview neighborhoods—areas that are historically vulnerable to severe weather damage.

On the Bolivar Peninsula,��, including the use of composite poles to withstand extreme weather conditions, like hurricanes and wildfires. The project also includes new substations, underground circuits and the hardening of critical infrastructure in this coastal community.

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Entergy Texas is enhancing its customer and field-facing tools to streamline the company’s response and improve transparency during outages. Updates include a new flood prediction map, an improved Damage Assessment Collection Tool, and an enhanced outage tracker now offering Spanish-language support.

Technology is only as effective as the people behind it. More than 250 Entergy employees and community partners recently participated in��. The annual exercise is designed to test storm response strategies, communication protocols and logistical coordination across all departments.

Entergy Texas also maintains more than 160 storm-ready contracts and access to more than 1,600 internal personnel before requesting mutual assistance. The company’s storm response practices have earned it��50 emergency response awards from the Edison Electric Institute.

Pictured: Entergy Texas CEO Eliecer Viamontes joins employees and community partners for a tour of the company’s Mobile Command Center during Entergy Texas’ annual hurricane preparedness drill.

Helping customers stay prepared

Entergy Texas uses advanced modeling tools and historical data to forecast the potential impact of approaching weather. These insights help guide where and when to strategically deploy crews and resources, so power restoration can begin as soon as conditions are safe.

“We can’t control the weather, but we can control how well we prepare for it,” said Shannon. “We encourage every household to have an emergency plan, a storm kit, and a way to stay connected with us throughout a severe weather event. The better prepared we all are, the more resilient our communities become.”

Entergy Texas customers are encouraged to visit the company’s����for information on storm safety resources, personalized outage alerts and the latest restoration updates.

About Entergy Texas
Entergy Texas, Inc. provides electricity to approximately 524,000 customers in 27 counties. Entergy Texas is a subsidiary of ���ϳԹ���. Entergy produces, transmits and distributes electricity to power life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We’re investing for growth and improved reliability and resilience of our energy system while working to keep energy rates affordable for our customers. We’re also investing in cleaner energy generation like modern natural gas, nuclear and renewable energy. A nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship, we deliver more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to the communities we serve through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. Learn more at����and connect with��@EntergyTX��on social media.

The full-day drill involved employees from multiple departments and included simulated obstacles to test the teams’ ability to adapt to the dynamic nature of storm restoration. Entergy Texas also invited local and regional storm response partners for a behind-the-scenes look at how the company plans, coordinates and responds to major weather events.

“As we were running our simulated Category 5 hurricane drill, many of our dedicated teams were actively responding to storm-related outages in our service area,” said Frank Shannon, vice president of reliability for Entergy Texas. “This simultaneous response put our planning into practice, and it reinforced the importance of proper preparation, coordination and adaptability when severe weather strikes.”

In addition to testing logistics and communications, the storm exercise also included a mock staging site – temporary base camps used during real storm events to house and support crews traveling in from across the country to assist in restoration efforts. During the exercise, Entergy Texas partnered with lodging solutions vendor Bolton Holdings to set up the mock site, showcasing the equipment used to provide temporary lodging, planning and catering services.

The company’s restoration team also trained in Entergy’s mobile command center – a unit equipped with high-speed internet access, computer workstations and satellite communications systems. This unit serves internal and external support teams to quickly assess and begin restoration planning, providing a safe and efficient space to work and support customers from the field.

“While our core commitment is to provide reliable, resilient power, our region of the country often experiences severe weather events,” said Stuart Barrett, vice president of customer service. “The annual storm drill and this week’s storm gave us an opportunity to test our systems, evaluate our procedures and make improvements to help ensure that we’re ready to serve our communities no matter what Mother Nature brings.”

With the start of hurricane season around the corner, Entergy Texas encourages customers to stay prepared and stay informed. Find storm safety tips and helpful resources to prepare for hurricane season on Entergy’s��.

JACKSON, Miss. –With the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season officially beginning on June 1, Entergy Mississippi is encouraging customers to take proactive steps to prepare for more severe weather and potential power outages. The season follows a stormy two weeks in the company’s service area, where consecutive weather events caused repeated outages. Beginning Sunday, May 19 through Wednesday, May 28, crews restored power to more than 86,000 storm related outages.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration����an above-average hurricane season, anticipating 13 to 19 named storms, six to ten hurricanes, and up to five major hurricanes reaching Category 3 strength or higher. This prediction underscores the importance of early preparation.

To enhance the resilience of our energy grid, Entergy Mississippi continues to invest in infrastructure improvements, including upgrading existing systems, implementing vegetation management, and deploying smart grid technologies. These efforts aim to minimize storm-related outages and ensure reliable service.

However, past drought conditions and evolving weather events continue to make dead trees outside of the right of way a threat to the electrical grid. Comparing the first quarter of 2025 to the first quarter of the last three years, outages caused by fallen trees are up by 80%. Of those outages, majority were caused by issues outside of Entergy Mississippi’s��tree-trimming process. Customers are encouraged to consider how different tree species may affect��power lines.

“Reliability is a critical component of our mission to serve customers during any weather event,” said Kamisha Quates, Entergy Mississippi vice president of reliability. “Our team works year-round to strengthen our grid and to respond quickly and safely when extreme weather occurs.”

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Stay Prepared

Entergy Mississippi uses advanced modeling tools and historical data to project the potential impact of approaching storms. These insights help us deploy crews and resources strategically, so power restoration can begin as quickly as possible.

“We can’t control the weather, but we can control how well we prepare for it,” said Quates. “We encourage every household to develop an emergency plan and assemble a storm kit that includes essentials like flashlights, water, non-perishable food, and first-aid supplies.”

Customers with����that require electricity are especially encouraged to have a plan for extended outages, including relocation or a back-up power source.

For safety guidance and resources, visit��.

Key preparation tips:

• Plan: Identify evacuation routes and establish a communication plan.
• Make a kit: Stock up on essential supplies, including batteries, medication, and pet items.
• Stay safe: Learn about generator safety and how to handle food and water during an outage.
• Know the signs:��Understand symptoms of heat exhaustion and monitor weather updates closely.

Stay Informed

Entergy Mississippi provides multiple ways for customers to stay updated during hurricane season.

• Entergy App: Report outages and track restoration status.
• ��Monitor outages and restoration progress in real time.
• Social media: Follow us on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) for timely updates.
• Text alerts: Sign up by texting REG to 36778 for storm notifications.
• : Access critical safety and restoration info.
• Operation: Storm Ready: Download in English, Spanish, or Vietnamese to help your household plan effectively.

Verify Your Contact Information

Ensure your contact details are up to date at����so you receive real-time updates during storms.

About Entergy Mississippi

Entergy Mississippi, LLC provides electricity to approximately 459,000 customers in 45 counties. Entergy Mississippi is a subsidiary of ���ϳԹ���. Entergy produces, transmits and distributes electricity to power life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We’re investing for growth and improved reliability and resilience of our energy system while working to keep energy rates affordable for our customers. We’re also investing in cleaner energy generation like modern natural gas, nuclear and renewable energy. A nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship, we deliver more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to the communities we serve through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. Learn more at����and connect with��@EntergyMS��on social media.

Because our customers live in areas prone to some of the most severe weather in the country, we prepare for the worst of what Mother Nature might bring. Day after day and year after year, we stand storm ready. We have a proven plan of continuous preparation, planning and training. As severe weather threatens, we monitor, mobilize and act.

Last year’s storm seasons proved our resiliency and hardening investments are working, but summer can bring a variety of threats. Along with our annual preparations, Entergy is participating in recognizing Hurricane Preparedness Week and Wildfire Awareness Month.

Hurricane Preparedness Week
This year,��, sponsored by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, will be recognized May 4-10, and we are preparing for a potentially active hurricane season. This season,����there could be 17 named storms with 9 being hurricanes – four of which are predicted to be major hurricanes of Category 3 or higher. This forecast follows a stormy spring season that brought devastating tornadoes to communities we serve in Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi.

Prepare now before the season begins. Take time to get your personal storm plans in place and make a kit with the basic supplies needed in an emergency.

Stay connected with us throughout a storm
Keeping our customers and employees informed before, during and after severe weather is important to us.������������to ensure you receive important information. Here are some ways to stay up to date:

• : Sign up to stay informed about an outage.
• Entergy app: Download the free mobile app.
• View Outages map: Get details on power outages in your area.
• : Be prepared and stay safe – before, during and after the storm.
• Social media: Follow us for updates on major outage events.

Wildfire Awareness Month��
May is��, sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Administration. The month will highlight the importance of preparing for the increased risk of wildfires as hotter, drier summer weather approaches.

While drought conditions and wildfires have not been common in most areas across Entergy’s service territory, we have recently experienced several instances where high winds and the presence of dry fuels have increased our risk for wildfire. Entergy closely monitors many factors that could pose a risk for wildfires – drought conditions, red flag warnings, elevation, humidity, winds, rainfall levels and weather forecasts – so that we can take proactive measures to prevent our work or equipment from sparking a fire.

Those proactive measures include:

• Monitoring weather conditions, such as red flag warnings issued by the National Weather Service, and active wildfire threats across our service area.
• Coordinating with local officials and emergency response agencies.
• Monitoring our grid for wildfire risk and implementing appropriate safety measures.

Safety is one of our core values and we encourage you to make it your top priority. Learn how to make an emergency kit and get important severe weather safety tips on the��.

Approximately half of those still working in the areas devastated by Helene will remain in support of Helene restoration while the other half of the workforce will move into Florida in anticipation of Milton’s landfall. Over the next few days, we expect to shift additional resources that are released from Helene to support Florida utilities. Entergy will continue to offer as many workers as possible to the affected area while balancing people and resources here to meet the needs of its customers.

Milton, currently a Category 5 hurricane, is forecast to make landfall later this week as a Category 3 or Category 4 hurricane. The storm is expected to bring catastrophic and deadly storm surge, as well as damaging hurricane-force winds over the Florida Peninsula still recovering from the impact of Hurricane Helene.

“Forecast predicted this storm season would be an active season,” said Louis Dabdoub, vice president, incident response. “I am grateful our team is in the position to lend a helping hand to our neighbors. My prayers are with everyone who will be impacted by this storm, and all of those recovering from the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. I am proud our company values community and is committed to helping our industry peers in their time of need.”

Sending power restoration crews to help is part of long-standing mutual assistance agreements where utilities support one another in times of need. When requested, Entergy’s utilities will send as many workers as they can spare to the affected area while keeping enough at home to meet the needs of our customers.

In addition to meeting bi-annually, mutual assistance companies provide labor and materials to each other when needed to strengthen their partnership. Entergy participates in four different mutual assistance organizations.

“Our thoughts are with all who have been impacted by Hurricane Helene’s widespread destruction,” said Charles Long, senior vice president of power delivery “Events in our own region have taught us that when extreme weather hits, it takes a dedicated army of mutual aid workers to restore power and help restore communities.”

Prior to Helene’s landfall, Entergy crews and equipment were to safely restore power as quickly as possible in Florida and Georgia, helping Florida Power & Light in restoring power to more than 95% of its impacted customers approximately four days after landfall. Crews continue to support Georgia Power through restoration efforts as the state of Georgia responds to what the company the most destructive hurricane in the company’s history. Entergy crews are also supporting AEP Appalachian Power, Duke ���ϳԹ��� Carolinas, and LG&E and KU ���ϳԹ��� as restoration work continues.

After landfall, Helene continued to cause widespread destruction as the storm moved inward through the Southern Appalachians. Entergy is now shifting resources to safely continue helping those impacted by Helene throughout the Carolinas.

“Hurricanes are a part of our history, but that’s not the case for some of the hard-hit areas still suffering from Helene,” said Long. “Mutual assistance agreements are a hallmark of the utility industry and are critical to our power restoration process. The human impact from this event has been immense and is still unfolding, and we welcome the opportunity to return the favor to our easterly neighbors and deploy our resources to help those in need. We will continue to offer as many workers as possible to the affected area while balancing people and resources here to meet the needs of our customers.”

Entergy has made many strides to strengthen our approach to mutual assistance and Entergy is committed to supporting our customers and our neighbors.

Helene is forecast to make landfall Thursday evening as a Category 3 hurricane. The storm is expected to bring catastrophic and deadly storm surge, as well as damaging hurricane-force winds over portions of northern Florida and southern Georgia, with the potential to cause extensive damage and prolonged power outages.

“We are committed to our customers, our community and our neighbors,” said Louis Dabdoub, vice president, incident response. “We have experienced our fair share of natural disasters and are grateful we are in the position to lend a helping hand. My prayers and thoughts are with everyone who will be impacted by this storm, and I am proud our company mobilizes to support our industry peers in their time of need.”

Sending power restoration crews to help is part of long-standing mutual assistance agreements where utilities support one another in times of need. When requested, Entergy’s utilities will send as many workers as they can spare to the affected area while keeping enough at home to meet the needs of our customers.

In addition to meeting bi-annually, mutual assistance companies provide labor and materials to each other when needed to strengthen their partnership. Entergy participates in four different mutual assistance organizations.

JACKSON, Miss. – Entergy Nuclear, along with Entergy’s operating companies in Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas, is closely monitoring the progress of Tropical Storm Francine in the Gulf of Mexico. As of Monday morning, Sept. 9, the forecast from the National Hurricane Center calls for a Category 1 hurricane landfall in Louisiana on Wednesday evening.

Although the storm is not anticipated to impact our nuclear stations, we’ve entered severe weather procedures that ensure our readiness at Waterford 3 and River Bend Stations in Louisiana and Grand Gulf Nuclear Station in Mississippi. Those procedures include walk-downs, securing of equipment and contingency staffing plans.

Nuclear power plants maintain the highest standard for operational safety, security, cybersecurity and emergency preparedness. The industry’s comprehensive safety procedures and stringent federal regulations keep our plants and neighboring communities safe. In addition, nuclear plants are designed to exceed requirements to withstand any historical natural disaster in their region, and Entergy’s plants have a long history of safety and security during challenging times.

Stay informed

With just a few days remaining before the system is expected to impact the coast, Entergy urges our communities and employees to remain weather aware. For up-to-date information, visit the  and follow Entergy Nuclear on .

About Entergy

Entergy is a Fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. With roots in our communities for more than 100 years, Entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. Since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. Learn more at¬†entergy.com¬†and connect with¬†@Entergy¬†on social media. #WePowerLife

“As activity is picking up in the Atlantic, it is vital that we don’t get complacent and let our guard down entering peak hurricane season,” said Louie Dabdoub, vice president of incident response. “We continue to review our plans and ensure we are ready – the way we prepare dictates how we respond.”

Entergy performs storm preparations year-round – from inspections and vegetation management to training and industry collaboration. We prepare for the worst of what Mother Nature might bring, because our customers live in areas prone to some of the most severe weather in the country. Staying storm ready is a full-time job, 24/7, 365 days a year. When there’s a hurricane threat, Entergy is ready to mobilize and act.

National Preparedness Month

September is and this year’s theme is “Start a Conversation.” Entergy encourages customers to observe this year’s theme by having conversations about hurricane preparedness with family and friends.

You can learn how to make an emergency kit and get important severe weather safety tips on the��.

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Stay informed

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 Entergy’s preparations and restoration efforts:

• We want to make sure you receive the updates we send throughout a storm response. Customers are encouraged to log into their online Entergy account at����to verify contact information.
• 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 Outage��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 company’s social media channels throughout an event.
• Sign up for�� about storm and restoration efforts by texting REG to 36778.
• Visit the����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��.

During the exercise, a mock Category 4 storm made a simulated landfall in Louisiana. Entergy employees across the four-state service territory tested and role-played how they would respond, including their restoration efforts, operations, logistics, communications and customer service responses.

A representative from Edison Electric Institute observed Entergy employees’ efforts and offered feedback to help strengthen the organization’s response efforts.

This exercise is a testament to the commitment Entergy and its employees make to serve their customers,” said Wally Mealiea Senior Director, Preparedness and Recovery Policy of Edison Electric Institute. “Your team knows all too well the challenges brought by hurricanes, but I was deeply impressed by the preparations and hard work everyone involved with this exercise took to ensure that you can meet these challenges safely and efficiently.”

These annual hurricane simulations are part of what makes our company a leader in storm response and restoration. We are the only utility company in the nation to has earned recognition from the Edison Electric Institute every year since the launch of its Emergency Response Award program. Entergy has received��48 EEI awards��for recovery and assistance work.

“We haven’t had a storm in the last two storm seasons and whether it’s a major storm or other natural disaster, manmade disaster or a targeted event that may affect us—we are ready to respond with the customer in mind, which is why we gave our unfailing commitment to this exercise and refining our processes.” said Louis Dabdoub, vice president, incident response. “I am proud of our team and their commitment to being prepared for anything.”

The functional exercise gave employees a chance to sharpen their storm-response skills and prepare for this year’s hurricane season that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting will be a hurricane season.

Customers encouraged to prepare now

Entergy remains storm ready and so should you. The company’s includes checklists and other information that customers can use to create a pre-storm kit and prepare for hurricane season.