A huge winter storm blasting across the country could cause power outages, including here in South-Central Pennsylvania.

Fewer than 8,000 PPL Electric Utilities customers across the region are currently without electricity as crews continue restoration efforts following recent storm-related damage, according to the utility’s outage tracking map. The PPL outage map shows ...

Below is a list of links and a map of power outage reports from PPL, First Energy, UGI, and Claverack.

Snow in the forecast brings more than just a winter wonderland. It also increases the chance of power outages. Winter precipitation can cause power lines to sag, particularly if a snow-laden branch pushes them down. Those power lines can snap, causing outages.

With winter storms, there is always the potential for power outages, and no power means no heat. Luckily, there are simple things you can do to stay safe and warm if you lose electricity.