Town of Wheatland Storm Information

Forecasts call for heavy snow, sleet, freezing rain, and wind gusts approaching 70 mph, which may cause hazardous conditions and potential power outages.

Before a storm hits, ensure you are prepared. Keep flashlights and extra batteries on hand and make sure mobile devices are fully charged so you can stay connected in the event of an outage. Be sure you have any required medications, food and water.

Avoid any unnecessary trips and be alert to any travel advisories, especially if roads or areas are impassable and closed. If you must go out drive carefully and be aware of changing conditions.

 If you see a downed power line, keep away from it and anything it may be in contact with. Downed lines should be immediately reported by calling National Grid at 1-800-867-5222 or 911.  Many outages in Wheatland are being caused by fallen trees.  The effects of the Ash Borer are still being felt. Dead trees forty or fifty feet off the road are falling onto power lines and roads.

Generators used to supply power during an outage must be operated outdoors to prevent the buildup of deadly carbon monoxide. Before operating a generator, be sure to disconnect from the utility service line by shutting off the main breaker, located in the electric service panel. Failure to do this could endanger utility personnel and your neighbors.

If you lose power, turn off any appliances that were on when the power went off, but leave one light on so you will know when power is restored.

Be sure to check on elderly family members, neighbors and others who may need assistance during an outage.

If your basement floods, be aware of any submerged electrical appliances. Fire Departments may be available to assist pumping water if it is clear water. Otherwise, a contractor may be required.  If your furnace or other equipment is submerged the gas and/or utility service may be disconnected.  An electrician, a plumbing or heating contractor will need to inspect the equipment to make sure your appliances are safe to operate. Utility personnel will not enter your premises after a flood until all water is removed, all repairs are complete, and every appliance is in working condition.

The Town Highway and our local fire departments will be working and available to assist.