A scheduled power outage is planned for the Prices Creek area in Yancey County on Sunday, December 7th from 2 to 5 pm. Our crews are moving a three phase feeder that requires this circuit to be de-energized while they move the line. The power will be out for everyone who lives along Prices Creek, Indian Creek, Blankenship, Creek, and Horton creek road. We apologize ahead of time for the inconvenience this may cause. This outage would be canceled if the weather changes or we have unexpected outages that need to be addressed during that time.

We want to alert our members about a recent rise in scam activity targeting utility payments. Bad actors are setting up fraudulent phone numbers to try and intercept your hard-earned money.

Please, be vigilant and only use our official, secure “Pay By Phone” number: 1-844-294-5697

If a number seems even slightly different, do NOT proceed with payment. Your security is our top priority. Here are the only ways to confirm your billing details or payment options:

Visit Our Official Website: https://www.frenchbroademc.com/index.php/billing/

Call Our Office Directly (during business hours): 828-649-2051

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Hurricane Helene left more than 239,000 electric cooperative members in North Carolina without power. This is the story of how co-ops from Western North Carolina, alongside co-op crews from across the state and nation, came together to restore power, rebuild critical infrastructure and support their communities.

It has come to our attention that salespeople from a solar company are claiming to represent French Broad EMC in an effort to sell solar systems, but please know that French Broad EMC is not associated with any solar company and will not be knocking on your door to sell you a solar system. If you’re interested in discussing solar solutions, please contact French Broad EMC at 828-649-2051 prior to signing a contract.

FBEMC Members,

We hope this message finds you well. We have important news to share regarding the federal government’s funding situation. The federal government had announced that it will run out of funding as of May 31st unless Congress provides further support.

To ease this transition, French Broad Electric is offering a one-time $10 credit for the month of May. This credit will be reflected on your April bill.

For detailed information and to view the official ACP Wind-Down Fact Sheet click HERE

We understand the potential impact this may have, and we encourage you to stay informed by visiting the provided link. Thank you for your understanding and ongoing support.

It has come to our attention that salespeople from a solar company are claiming to represent French Broad EMC in an effort to sell solar systems, but please know that French Broad EMC is not associated with any solar company and will not be knocking on your door to sell you a solar system. If you’re interested in discussing solar solutions, please contact French Broad EMC at 828-649-2051 prior to signing a contract.

– Cooperative line crews are based in communities they serve, can swiftly respond to power disruptions that may occur –

RALEIGH, NC – North Carolina’s electric cooperatives, the utilities that collectively power 45% of the state’s land mass and serve 2.5 million North Carolinians, are closely monitoring the severe weather system impacting the state Tuesday and into Wednesday.

Forecasts show the potential for strong winds, heavy rain, and isolated tornadoes, especially in areas where severe weather alerts have been issued. These conditions, combined with an already saturated ground, could lead to downed trees and limbs and power outages.

“North Carolina’s electric cooperatives train and prepare year-round for the impact of severe weather,” said Nelle Hotchkiss, senior vice president and chief operating officer for North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives, which provides energy and trade association services to the state’s 26 local electric co-ops. “Any time a severe weather system is forecasted to impact our state, our teams move from preparation to action. Our line crews are prepped, in place and ready to respond.”

Should outages occur, electric cooperatives will begin assessing damage and restoring service as quickly and safely as possible. If additional assistance is needed to restore power, cooperatives rely on a widespread network of peer cooperatives across the state and nation for support.

“Just like we ensure our teams are prepped and ready, we urge our members to do the same,” said Hotchkiss.

Real-time outage numbers from electric cooperatives across the state are available on a Statewide Outage Map. For storm tips for all types of severe weather, including preparation check lists, food safety information, scam awareness and more, visit the cooperative Storm Center.

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North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives is the family of organizations supporting the state’s 26 distribution electric cooperatives that collectively power 45% of the state’s land mass and serve 2.5 million North Carolinians. For more information, please visit ncelectriccooperatives.com.

Contact: Townley Venters

Phone: 919-645-2432

Email: townley.venters@ncemcs.com