Heat Warning and Severe Storm Threat for Monday (August 14, 2023)

UPDATE: 3PM

The National Weather Service has updated the previous forecast. There is now a "slight risk" (level 2 of 5) of severe weather for our area from 7pm to 3am this evening. 



The National Weather Service in Huntsville has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for our area through 8pm this evening. Heat indexes of 115 are possible. 

To keep energy usage (and costs) down, customers are advised to:
--Use fans (ceiling fans should spin counter-clockwise)
--Close curtains/blinds on windows facing the sun
--Set thermostats as high as is comfortable (do not put your health at risk)
--Keep outer doors closed as much as possible
--Keep AC filters clean
--Avoid using heat generating appliances (like dishwashers and ovens/stoves) during the heat of the day.

In addition, the NWS has placed most of the Huntsville Utilities service area under "marginal risk" (level 1 of 5) for severe storms later this morning into the afternoon. A small portion of southeast Madison County is only under a risk of thunderstorms.

If you see a downed or obstructed power line, do not approach it or attempt to drive over it. Contact us immediately at 256-53-LIGHT (256-535-4448). This is also the number for reporting a power outage.

We are closely monitoring this evolving weather situation and crews are ready to respond. Customer are advised to check local media and the National Weather Service website (weather.gov/hun) for updates throughout the day.