Arab Electric Cooperative

06/04/2026

Day 2 wrapped up an amazing final day of Watts Up Camp!

Today, our campers had the opportunity to tour the Guntersville Dam and learn how hydroelectric generation produces power for our communities. We also stopped by one of our substations so the kids could see where the power to their homes is controlled and distributed.
Once we returned to AEC, campers put their teamwork and problem-solving skills to the test during our hands-on power outage activity, where they worked together to safely restore power in our auditorium. To finish off the day, the kids competed in a relay race to experience just how heavy a lineman’s equipment can be before cooling off with a sweet treat from Jayden’s Ice Cream Truck!
Thank you to everyone who helped participate in and support Watts Up Camp this year. We love having the opportunity to invest in future generations while sharing our commitment to serving and powering our communities. We had a great group of campers this year, and we hope they had just as much fun as we did!

06/03/2026

Day 1 of Watts Up Camp was a blast!

Today, our campers learned all about electricity and how we help power our communities. They also learned the importance of line safety, discovered how our ROW crews help keep power lines clear from vegetation, and learned how drones help identify issues in electric infrastructure.
The fun didn’t stop there, campers created their own Operation-style electrical game boards and even squeezed in a little basketball!
We have such a great group of kids joining us this year, and we can’t wait for Day 2!

A big thank you to John Jackson with TVA for teaching the kids about electricity, Jeff Whatley with AREA for teaching line safety, and Stacy Wilson and Chris Britnel with Joe Wheeler for teaching the kids about drones. We appreciate everyone helping make Watts Up Camp such a fun and educational experience!

06/01/2026

We are aware of multiple outages across our service area due to severe weather. Our crews are currently responding to reports of numerous trees and power lines down and are working as quickly and safely as possible to restore power.

SAFETY REMINDER

If you encounter a downed power line:

• ALWAYS assume the line is energized (hot).
• Stay far away from the line and anything it may be touching, including trees, fences, vehicles, or standing water.
• Keep children and pets away from the area.
• Never attempt to move a downed line yourself.
• If a line falls across your vehicle, remain inside if it is safe to do so and call for help.

Please report downed power lines or outage-related emergencies to our office at 256-586-3196.

We appreciate your patience as our crews work to safely restore service.

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06/01/2026

To you, a power pole may look like a place to post a sign. To utility crews, it’s critical equipment. Nails, staples and tacks can create hazards for lineworkers. Please don’t post signs on utility poles.

05/29/2026

We are aware of the outage affecting the Union Grove area. An animal came into contact with our equipment, causing the outage. While we work diligently to keep our system maintained and reliable, unfortunately situations involving nature can still occur from time to time.

Crews are currently working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible, and we hope to have service restored momentarily. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

05/29/2026

Heatstroke is a medical emergency, and it can happen faster than you think. Take a moment to recognize the warning signs of heatstroke:
High body temperature
Headache or nausea
Hot, dry skin
Slurred speech
Rapid, strong pulse
Confusion or unconsciousness

05/25/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our office will be closed on Monday, May 25.

Members can still make payments anytime by:
• Using our Kiosk located in our drive thru
• Calling 256-586-3196
• Using our Arab Electric Cooperative App

We hope everyone has a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend as we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

05/20/2026

We’ve taken the hassle out of reporting an outage!

If your power goes out, simply text “OUTAGE” to 55050 and our system will instantly notify us that your location is without power.

For the system to work properly, we must have the correct phone number connected to your account. If your number has changed or you’re unsure what we have on file, please call our office at 256-586-3196 to update your information.

Keeping your contact information current helps us respond to outages faster and more efficiently!

05/18/2026

Never go swimming near boats plugged into shore power or docks with electrical service. Learn about Electric Shock Drowning (ESD). It could save the life of someone you love. SafeElectricity.org/safety-tips/prevent-deadly-shocks

05/15/2026

Arab Electric Cooperative’s May monthly board meeting has been canceled.
We will resume our regular meeting schedule in June.