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Drones play crucial role in storm preparedness for Entergy New Orleans

September 6, 2023

Entergy New Orleans crews stay prepared for severe weather year-round and are constantly on the look-out for ways to improve our system’s resilience. During hurricane season, you might notice a unique set of eyes buzzing around the city’s highways, neighborhoods and swampland to ensure our electric system is ready for the next challenge.

Mobile command center supports recent Entergy Texas storm response

July 25, 2023

Entergy recently invested in a mobile command center that allows teams to quickly establish an operational footprint in areas impacted by storms. When severe weather hits, the mobile command center serves internal and external support teams to quickly assess and begin restoration planning. The unit is equipped with high-speed internet access, computer workstations, satellite communications systems, a conference table with a screen and ClickShare, monitors on the outside of the unit that can display helpful content, and the same security measures as a company building, providing a safe and efficient space to work and support customers.

Entergy, Pontchartrain Conservancy “sweep” Pontchartrain Basin

June 2, 2023

$15,000 donated to conservancy for continued community efforts

Spring is near, prepare for hit or miss weather

February 21, 2023

Spring symbolizes a new beginning, but when it comes to seasonal changes, the uncertainty of weather remains. Entergy Mississippi plans and trains all year to respond and restore power when extreme, unpredictable weather causes power outages and downed power lines.

Entergy Mississippi opens new $16.6M service center

October 18, 2022

Entergy Mississippi has opened a $16.6-million facility to serve as its hub for customer service, distribution operations and storm response in DeSoto County.

Update on the Pearl River flooding

August 26, 2022

Entergy Mississippi is closely monitoring conditions in metro Jackson related to rising levels along the Pearl River. We are working closely with local emergency officials and civil defense departments to monitor the latest information on flood stages and ensure the safety of our employees and the public.

Entergy urges customers to prepare for hurricane season

May 2, 2022

Take simple steps now to prepare your home or business for severe weathernEntergy is ready for another hurricane season beginning June 1, and we want you to be ready, too.

It’s Arkansas – prepare for unpredictable spring weather

February 23, 2022

In a matter of days, Arkansas will see temperatures ranging from the upper 60s to the teens, which of course means severe weather will be in the mix. That usually means thunderstorms, floods and tornadoes this time of year, but it could also mean freezing rain.

When spring is near, it’s time to prepare for unpredictable weather

February 11, 2022

Entergy Mississippi recognizes Severe Weather Preparedness Week, Feb. 14-19

Entergy Mississippi Winter Storm Update – 2/3/22, 11:30 a.m.

February 3, 2022

We’ve been monitoring the winter weather over the past several days and are ready to respond to any outages. Our initial forecast indicated a storm that was going to primarily be north and west of our service area, but the weather has slipped further to the south over the past day. We’ve relocated the majority of our baseload contractors to Cleveland, Senatobia and Tunica, and have acquired non-baseload contractors that will be located in Southaven. Additionally, two Entergy Mississippi teams from the south half of the state are moving to the area today. We’re beginning to see some ice accumulation, and as of 11:20 Thursday morning we have approximately 6,890 customers out statewide with the majority of those being in Desoto County.