Text Messaging for Outages is Fast and Simple
If you are experiencing an outage, be aware that based on activity from your meter, South Central Power already knows you are without power.
If you are enrolled in the outage texting program, you’ll automatically receive a text from us at 740-422-6888 indicating that your power is out.
How to Enroll
You can opt-in using the form below (scroll to the bottom of the page). Please allow up to 5 business days after submitting the form for the outage texting to be active.
NOTE: This is a free service; there are no sign-up fees or costs, although normal text and/or data rates may apply to your cell phone.
Now you’re ready!
You can text these codes to 740-422-6888 to learn more about the outage.
- OUT – (if you’re telling us about an outage when you have not already received a notification)
- STATUS – (to find out if power is on or off at your location)
- UPDATE – (to get latest available details about the outage estimated time of restoration, if one is available)
When service is restored for all members impacted by the outage, you’ll receive a confirmation text that power has been restored.
To opt-out, or stop the service, text STOP to 740-422-6888.
Message and data rates may apply. Messages will only be sent upon your request.
You may review our Privacy Policy, our provider’s Terms & Conditions and our provider’s Privacy Policy.
Please do not report your outage, downed wires, or other damage by email or through Facebook or other social media applications. These are not always staffed and your outage will not be logged.
Additional Outage Communication
Depending on the size of the outage, South Central Power may also share information through:
- Website
- Social media
- Local radio and television stations
Outage Map
For near-real-time information about outages on your computer or smartphone, you can also view our Outage Map. The map will show a summary of outages by county and estimated restoration times.