Be prepared before, during and after a storm. Below are some helpful resources and tips to help keep you and your family safe.

   Storm Emergency Kit Checklist
(164KB, PDF)

Before the storm:

• Talk with children about storms and how you are preparing to keep them safe.
• Assign an emergency meeting place in case your family gets separated.
• Write down the important points in your plan so it's clear who will handle each task.
• Identify a "safe room" where your family can take cover.
• Check that SCE&G has your correct phone number on file for reporting power outages. 
  

During the storm:

• Talk or read to your children. Explain what is happening.
• Stay indoors and away from windows.
• Turn off circuit breakers. Power surges can damage electronic equipment.
• Use supplemental generators with extreme caution. Pay attention to the manufacturer's instructions. Visit our Safety During Power Outages page to learn more about generator safety.
•  Report power outages online or call 1-888-333-4465.

After the storm:

• Use caution when moving around your house and the outdoors.
• Watch your children closely.
• Stay away from downed power lines and the water puddles near these lines. Call to report emergencies such downed power lines at 1-888-333-4465.
• Stay tuned to local news for weather updates.