BC Hydro Outage: Planned Power Interruption Affects Nearly 1,000 Customers
POUCE COUPE, B.C. – Residents in Pouce Coupe and several neighbouring communities are bracing for a planned power outage this weekend, impacting nearly 1,000 BC Hydro customers. The interruption is scheduled for Sunday, February 15th, with power expected to be off from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
According to BC Hydro’s outage list, a total of 992 customers will be affected. Beyond Pouce Coupe, the outage will also impact portions of Dawson Creek, Fort St. John, Gundy, One Island Lake, Tomslake, and Tupper. This planned bc hydro outage is necessary to allow crews to perform essential maintenance work on critical equipment, ensuring the continued reliability of the power grid.
Why is this outage necessary?
BC Hydro routinely conducts planned outages to upgrade and maintain its infrastructure. This proactive approach helps prevent more significant and prolonged outages in the future. Regular maintenance is crucial for the safe and efficient delivery of electricity to homes and businesses across British Columbia. You can find more information about BC Hydro’s maintenance programs on their official website: https://www.bchydro.com/
Staying Informed & Prepared
Affected customers will receive notifications via automated phone calls, emails, or postcards prior to the outage. BC Hydro emphasizes that planned outages are subject to postponement if extreme weather conditions arise. The utility closely monitors forecasts, particularly temperatures below -15°C (factoring in windchill), to ensure public safety.
Bob Gammer, BC Hydro’s community relations coordinator, stated that if an outage is delayed, customers will be notified before the scheduled start time, and the outage will be removed from the online outage list. Staying informed is key to minimizing disruption.
- Check the BC Hydro Outage Map: https://www.bchydro.com/outages/
- Sign up for outage alerts: Receive notifications directly to your phone or email.
- Prepare an emergency kit: Include flashlights, batteries, a first-aid kit, and non-perishable food.
Recent News in the Region
In other local news, a vigil was held in Tumbler Ridge for the victims of the recent tragic shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School. The Tumbler Ridge Health Centre has also extended its operating hours to 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily, including statutory holidays, from February 13th to March 6th. The BC RCMP continues its forensic investigation at the school following the February 10th incident.
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