The Drones Are Coming! The Drones Are Coming!

We were in the studio with Ryan White, Digital Media Specialist with REC for a conversation about video and the introduction of drones to the REC fleet. Ryan explained all the ways using drones for inspections and storm outage/restoration will decrease outage times and increase safety protocols for REC workers and members.

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Public Safety Announcement: Hunt Safely – Know Where Overhead Lines Are Before You Shoot

Tuesday | September 15, 2026
One unsafe shot near an overhead line can do more than knock out power or internet service. It can damage critical infrastructure, disrupt emergency c...
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REC Restores Power to More Than 13,000 Following Friday’s Severe Storms

Saturday | September 5, 2026
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) crews worked throughout the night following Friday’s severe storms, restoring power to more than 13,000 member...
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More Than 13,000 Rappahannock Electric Cooperative Members Without Power as Severe Storms Continue Across Virginia

Friday | September 4, 2026
A powerful line of thunderstorms is moving through Rappahannock Electric Cooperative’s (REC) entire service territory late this afternoon and into the...
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