Preparing for Winter Storm Fran

A potent winter storm is forecast to bring a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain to Seneca, SC, the Upstate, and eastern GA from Saturday, January 24, through Sunday, January 25, with possible lingering effects early next week. Confidence is rising for hazardous travel, power outages from ice accumulation on lines and trees, and widespread disruptions. Scott Krein with OES said the agency is getting ready for this weekend, and you should too…

Duke Energy and Emergency Officials are urging preparation now: stock flashlights, batteries, water, non-perishable food, and chargers; keep devices charged; use generators only outdoors; never run grills or appliances indoors; avoid downed power lines (report them immediately) and treat all lines as live. If a line falls on your vehicle, stay inside unless fire forces you out—jump clear and land with feet together without touching the car. Drive cautiously on slick roads and slow down for emergency crews. For more storm prep tips, visit duke-energy.com/safety-and-preparedness/storm-safety.