FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WKRECC Crews Continue Restoration Efforts Following Severe Storms
(Mayfield, Ky.) August 20, 2026 – West Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative (WKRECC) crews have worked throughout the night and continue their efforts today to assess and repair widespread damage caused by last night’s severe storms.
The storm caused widespread outages beginning around midnight, affecting more than 15,000 members. Crews have since reduced the number of outages to approximately 5,000 at the time of this press release. Additional crews from local municipals and cooperatives across the state are also assisting with the restoration efforts.
“Last night’s storm hit our service territory hard. Operations, dispatch and management teams immediately began assessing damage and assigning crews to restoration efforts,” said David Smart, President and CEO. “Our full restoration team has worked throughout the night and along with other crews, we will continue working until all power is restored.”
WKRECC reminds the public to stay at least 30 feet away from any downed power lines. Always assume downed lines are energized and dangerous.
Members can report hazards or power outages by calling 270-247-1321 or 1-877-4WKRECC. Members can also view current outage information on the WKRECC outage map at www.wkrecc.com.
WKRECC will continue to provide updates as information becomes available through its outage map and Facebook page.
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The West Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation, Inc. is a member-owned cooperative that provides power to more than 31,000 members in Western Kentucky. Headquartered in
For more information: Jodie Hansen, Communications & Media Relations Coordinator
Cell: 270-804-9331, jhansen@wkrecc.com