CHARLESTON, W.Va., Nov. 26, 2025 – Appalachian Power Company (APCo) is prepared for possible power outages as widespread, frequent wind gusts are forecasted across its service territory today through Thursday, Nov. 27.
Strong winds are expected to reach up to 50 mph in northeastern Tennessee and most of southwestern and southern Virginia, which could down trees and power lines.
“We know Thanksgiving is a time when families come together, and the last thing anyone wants to worry about is losing power,” said Jason Baker, vice president of distribution operations. “While we hope everyone enjoys an uninterrupted day, we’re closely monitoring the high winds and have crews on standby, ready to respond if outages occur. We’re committed to restoring service as safely and quickly as possible so our customers can focus on what matters most.”
APCo’s Storm Response Team also encourages customers to be prepared for possible outages; customers can find tips on preparing before a storm at AppalachianPower.com/Safety.