May 1, 2026
NorVal Electric Cooperative Recaps Storm Efforts
"Our latest storm began the night of April 22nd, bringing rain, heavy snow, bitter cold, high winds, and blizzard-like conditions. The impact on our system was significant, with more than 2,500 meters without power at the peak. We had over 50 broken poles, and at one point, eight of our substations were offline.
The damage stretched across a wide area—from south of Saco to Hinsdale, Vandalia, and Tampico, down to the Pines and over to Park Grove, where most of the damage occurred. It continued south and west of Nashua, extending west of Frazer, with more scattered damage reported around St. Marie and up to Peerless.
Our crews are continuing to clean up and assess the damage. Restoration is ongoing, but it will take time to get everything back to normal. We want to extend a huge thank you to our crews for working tirelessly to restore power to our members. Their dedication and long hours truly demonstrate their commitment to the people we serve.
We also want to give a big shoutout to our office staff for their hard work and long hours keeping everything running smoothly—answering phone calls (well over 400 in just three days), staying organized, supporting our crews, and even delivering meals to keep them going."
