5,200 Farmers RECC without power following severe weather event

GLASGOW, Ky. – Farmers RECC says 5,200 members are currently without power.

The electric cooperative anticipates service restoration completion on Friday, according to a release. Officials say members with electricity-dependent medical devices should make alternate plans.

Crews are reporting facing broken poles, many downed lines and trees and other adverse restoration conditions.

Farmers RECC power supplier, East Kentucky Power Cooperative, lost a transformer at the Knob Lick substation that services Metcalfe County, according to the release. Officials expect Center and Sulphur Well residents to be without power overnight.

Outages can be reported by calling 270-651-2191 or visiting farmersrecc.com.