Downed power line in winter

From wintery snowstorms and cold fronts to spring thaw and late summer windstorms, downed power lines are a year-round risk. REC’s seasoned professional lineworkers take…

Winter Freeze

With extreme cold temperatures expected for the remainder of this week, REC is closely monitoring our power distribution grid to ensure reliable service for more than 184,000 consumers across 22…

Canceled Warning

UPDATE: PJM Cancels Transmission-Grid Warning

We are sharing an update regarding the PJM power interruption warning previously communicated.

PJM has canceled the transmission-level…

Warning

During periods of extreme temperatures, the demand for electricity peaks. While REC’s local grid is performing as it should, the transmission grid operator PJM has issued a warning of the…

3 Ways to Report an Outage

Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) is actively monitoring the significant winter weather system projected to result in wet snow and ice accumulations across its service territory. Joining REC…

REC Teams Prepare for Outage Response

REC is monitoring the significant winter weather system projected to affect much of its 22-county service territory beginning Saturday, Jan. 24 and continuing through Sunday, Jan. 25. REC is…