When it comes to preparing for severe weather and hurricane season, we follow a 10-point storm protection plan developed by Florida's investor-owned electric utilities in conjunction with the Florida Public Service Commission. Our comprehensive, year-round plan not only includes companywide response drills and storm preparation and restoration exercises, but it also strengthens and hardens our system against extreme weather. And if we need extra help restoring power, Tampa Electric's membership in the Southeastern Electric Exchange provides support from other utilities across the country. In turn, we send crews to help restore power for other communities in need.
Click below to learn about our Storm Protection Plan (SPP), outage notifications and map, and get storm and safety resources that help prepare you for whatever Mother Nature sends our way.
SPP
Our Storm Protection Plan (SPP) helps restore power faster by undergrounding power lines, strengthening equipment and trimming trees year 'round.
Power Outages
Enroll in power outage notifications via text, email or phone. Or visit our outage map to report, monitor and get status updates on outages.
Storm Center
Explorer storm and safety tips and resources that help protect your loved ones and your belongings during storms and severe weather.
We're ready to mobilize
A critical part of our restoration plan is our 35-foot mobile command center for Tampa Electric and Peoples Gas. It's ready to roll in any type of emergency, whether right here in Florida due to a hurricane or elsewhere as part of our participation in the Southeastern Electric Exchange's mutual assistance pact among utilities. Watch the video below to get a close-up look at what our mobile command center brings to the community.
See how Tampa Electric mobilizes to restore your power after a storm or other crisis.
Experiencing a power outage?
To report it and get updates about the status of your electric service:
- Sign up for outage notifications. You can receive texts*, emails, and/or phone calls regarding your service and other important information.
- Text OUT to 27079 to report an outage. Text UPDATE or STATUS for updates on your reported outage.
- Visit our outage map to report and track outages in your neighborhood. You can learn the cause and restoration status in addition to the number of customers affected and the estimated restoration time.
*Message and data rates may apply. If the number you text from is not recognized, you will need to register to report outages and get updates. For new registrations, please have your 12-digit account number and zip code available.
