Storm Response Starts Before the Storm

In this episode of Co-op Conversations with DEMCO, David Latona sits down with Eric Ouber, Manager of System Operations, for a behind-the-scenes look at how DEMCO prepares for severe weather long before the first raindrop falls.Learn how the cooperative monitors storms, activates its Emergency Response Plan, coordinates crews and contractors, and uses advanced technology to track outages and restore power as safely and efficiently as possible. Eric also answers some of the questions members ask most during major weather events, including why crews may appear to drive past outages, how restoration priorities are determined, and what happens inside DEMCO's Control Center during a storm.Whether you're preparing for hurricane season or simply curious about how power is restored, this episode offers an inside look at the planning, teamwork, and technology that help keep the lights on for more than 120,000 DEMCO members.