Rain, Thunderstorms and Hurricanes

Drivers are cautioned that wet, stormy weather could create dangerous road conditions. These conditions could also create power outages in our area. In preparation, please keep the following items in mind:

-Keep your cell phones and laptops charged in case of a power outage.

-Make sure you have an adequate supply of food, medicine, bottled water, batteries and flashlights.   

-Keep your car fueled.

-Stay safe from carbon monoxide by making sure you always run your car in a well-ventilated space, such as an open garage, and only operate a generator outside.

-Check on friends, family and neighbors, especially those with special needs.

-Per Duke Energy, always stay away from fallen or sagging power lines.

-During trash collection days, we ask that once your trash and recycling carts are emptied, they are pulled back into your home as soon as possible to prevent them from blowing into streets.

Here is some important information for local utilities:

Duke Energy: Report outages at 1-800-POWERON (1-800-769-3766). You may also report outages or view current outages at www.duke-energy.com/outages, in the Duke Energy app or text OUT to 57801.  You can also follow Duke Energy on Facebook and Twitter. 

York County Natural Gas:  For concerns about service, call (803) 323-5304 during normal working hours (8am-5pm) or call the after-hours line at 866-201-1001. Visit Natural Gas Safety | York County Natural Gas Authority (ycnga.com) and click “Extreme Weather” for more information about what to do during a storm. 

York Electric Cooperative: If you experience a power outage, please call PowerTouch at 1-866-374-1234 or text OUTAGE to 352667 (your cell phone number must be listed on your member profile for this feature to work). For more information, visit Storm Center — York Electric Cooperative, Inc.

Fort Mill Utilities (Water and Sewer) Department: To report a water leak or sewer problem, please call 803-547-7158 or visit Utilities | Fort Mill, SC (fortmillsc.gov).

Fort Mill Police Department: To report issues, please call the police department dispatch line at 803-547-2022. For emergencies, please call 911. 

As always, please keep an eye on our Town social media and website for further updates.