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If You Lose Power

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Reporting An Outage

To report an outage, call (800) 637-8667.

When The Lights Go Out

We work around the clock to provide safe, reliable power. But weather and circumstances sometimes interrupt service. Our service area map is here. It offers an overview of area outages.

If you lose power, please follow these steps:

  • Check in with neighbors to see if you’re the only home without service. If you are, check your electrical box for tripped circuit breakers or blown fuses. 
  • If you can’t source your outage to your electrical box or your neighbors are also without power, report your outage using the SWEC IL app, or call us at (800) 637-8667. The line is staffed 24 hours per day. Your call will be answered by a Southwestern Electric employee or a representative of the co-op’s emergency response service. Be prepared to give the operator your name, address, telephone number and account number. 
  • Don’t rely on e-mail to contact the cooperative during an outage or other emergency.  While our phones are constantly monitored, our e-mail isn’t.
  • During an outage, it’s a good idea to unplug or switch off lights and electric appliances, leaving on a light or two so you’ll know when power is restored. Doing so will help you avoid overloading a circuit when the electricity comes back on. After your power is restored, turn on appliances and electrical devices one at a time.

Click here for a diagram showing the order in which outages are typically restored.

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ABOUT US

Based in Greenville, Ill., Southwestern Electric is a not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative serving 23,000 residential, commercial, agricultural and industrial members in 11 counties along the I-70 corridor between St. Louis, Mo., and Effingham, Ill.

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Southwestern Electric is a member-focused, not-for-profit utility. Our bylaws guide our business and daily operations. As your accountable energy partner, our mission is to improve the lives of the people and communities we serve.

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CONTACT US

You can reach us at (800) 637-8667. We respond to outage calls around the clock. Our office hours are Mon - Fri., 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Our lobbies are temporarily closed. You're welcome to visit our offices at:

525 US Route 40
Greenville, IL 62246

10031 Ellis Road
St. Jacob, IL 62281

 

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  • Home
  • Your Service
    • Apply For Service
    • Paying Your Bill
    • Payment Programs
    • Electric Rates
    • Forms Library
    • Member Guide
    • Capital Credits
    • Outdoor Lighting
  • Energy Information
    • Energy Assistance
    • EV Charger Rebates
    • EV Charging Codes
    • Technology Rebates
    • ERC Loans
    • Energy Monitors
    • Solar Energy
  • Community
    • Operation Round Up
    • Scholarships
    • Economic Development
    • Recycling With Southwestern
  • News & Information
    • News Releases
    • Outage Information
      • If You Lose Power
      • Outage Map
      • Outage Safety
      • How We Restore Your Power
    • The Southwestern
    • Board Meeting Minutes
  • Safety
    • Indoor Electrical Safety
    • Outdoor Electrical Safety
    • Generator Safety
    • Storm Safety
    • Cyber Security
  • About Us
    • Mission & Management
    • Financial Information
    • Careers
    • Service Area
    • Contact Us