Clay Electric is monitoring Potential Tropical Cyclone Four, which is forecast to become a tropical ...

August 2, 2024

Throughout the week, Clay Electric has been monitoring what became Potential Tropical Cyclone Four, the tropical wave that on Friday morning was near Cuba and forecast to become a tropical storm as it moves northwest toward the Florida peninsula.

As of 11 a.m. Friday, the track from the National Hurricane Center showed the system reaching tropical storm strength by 8 p.m. Saturday, and the cone showed a northeastern turn toward Florida. Tropical storm watches and warnings were in effect for parts of the state.

"Clay Electric is taking all the necessary precautions, but it's too early to know how this system might impact the co-op's service area," said Chief Public Relations Officer Derick Thomas. "Our crews are ready to respond, should that be necessary."

It's a reminder for all members to have an emergency storm kit on hand. Head to our Storm Center to download the 2024 Hurricane Preparedness Guide.

We recommend including the following items:

• water (one gallon per person per day, for several days)
• food (five-day supply of non-perishables, including pet food)
• flashlights
• first aid kit/prescriptions
• extra batteries/wireless phone chargers
• manual can opener

Members can report outages via the MyClayElectric app, which is free to download via smartphone, or call 1-888-434-9844.