Power and broadband restoration update
MLEC works on final outages to finish storm repairs
(9 p.m. April 17, 2026 – Centerville, TN) – Great progress today! Power outages in the five-county MLEC service area have dropped from 5,000 last night to fewer than 20 this evening. Remaining outages are primarily residences where homeowner repairs are needed before reconnection can take place.
Anyone still without power is encouraged to call 1-888-879-6038 to make sure your outage is on record.
MLConnect fiber crews continue to address outages (less than 20) related to individual service drops and a few single lines in Houston County. If your power has returned from the storm but internet has not, try unplugging your router’s power cord from the wall for a few minutes and plugging it back in. If service does not return, report the outage by calling your MLEC office or submitting a ticket online.
Important reminder from MLConnect. Please leave all other cables and wires on MLConnect equipment firmly connected. Disconnecting anything other than power from the wall can delay service restoration for everyone.
“Your patience and support as we finish up storm repairs is appreciated,” says MLEC President and CEO Keith Carnahan. “Meriwether Lewis and its members weather storms together and show the power of community.”
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MLEC is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric utility that serves more than 34,500 meters in Hickman, Houston, Humphreys, Lewis and Perry counties. We are your source for power and broadband and help build brighter futures for the communities we serve. Learn more at www.mlec.com/about-mlec.