News Releases

New drone-based inspection program gives crews a faster, sharper view of vegetation near power lines

This investment brings new utility infrastructure upgrades that will deliver meaningful, long-term benefits for SWEPCO customers while also supporting Amazon’s data center operations.

Longview Resource Center Renamed to Reflect Expanded Impact

You may see patrol vehicles in the Longview, Texas and Shreveport, La. areas as we work to strengthen the grid. 

SWEPCO donated pallets of food to help Longview, Texas and Texarkana residents.

Crews will continue to work until power is restored to all customers.

Restoration efforts are now concentrated in the Natchitoches service territory, where 6,403 customers remain without power.

Crews Face Icy Roads and Road Closures Enroute to Damaged Areas

Improved weather conditions continue to aid ongoing restoration. Morning travel will be slow and slick due to overnight freezing. Due to significant damage, SWEPCO has shifted major resources to the Natchitoches area. Treat all downed power lines as energized and dangerous. Stay at least 10 feet away and keep children and pets indoors. Now is the time for customers awaiting power restoration to determine whether their home can receive power.

SWEPCO has activated drone teams and helicopters to assess damage to power lines across the Louisiana and east Texas service area. This technology provides recovery teams with a faster and safer way to find damaged lines in heavily wooded areas.