In response to a request from the Florida Electric Cooperatives Association (FECA), SECO Energy is deploying crews to assist with power restoration efforts in the northern regions of South Carolina and Georgia ahead of the anticipated impacts from Winter Storm Fern.

A SECO Energy crew of nine (9) employees departed SECO Energy headquarters today at 7:00 a.m. and is expected to arrive in South Carolina this evening. Upon arrival, the team will report to Laurens Electric Cooperative to begin preparations for restoration efforts as conditions allow.

Meteorologists predict that Winter Storm Fern will bring accumulating ice, snow, and significant tree-related damage beginning early Sunday morning. SECO Energy crews are prepared to assist with power restoration and infrastructure repairs once the storm has passed and conditions are safe.

“Mutual aid is a cornerstone of the electric cooperative network,” said Kathy Judkins, Vice President Communications, Community and Member Experience “We are proud to support our fellow cooperatives and the communities they serve during severe weather events.”

SECO Energy will continue to monitor storm conditions and coordinate closely with FECA and partner cooperatives throughout the response.