Fierce winds cause outages across Ontario for Hydro One customers

TORONTO, April 4, 2018 /CNW/ - The wind storm that started earlier today across southern Ontario has now moved into central and eastern parts of the province. At this time, the high winds have cause 297 outages affecting over 84,000 customers. It is expected that the high winds will continue throughout the evening increasing the potential for further damage. Where safe, Hydro One crews are out assessing damage and restoring power to customers.

"Crews have been working to restore power to our customers," said Greg Kiraly, Chief Operating Officer, Hydro One. "We know that electricity is a lifeline for many families - especially for those who depend on electric heat. It's all hands on deck until every last customer has their power back."

Hydro One has been tracking this incoming storm and was able to mobilize crews and equipment early to respond to affected customers.

Currently areas most affected include (as of 3:30 p.m.):

Customers looking for information on power outages can call 1-800-434-1235, download the free Hydro One power outage app or visit www.HydroOne.com/stormcenter. Customers can also register to receive proactive personalized text or email alerts about power outages at HydroOne.com/MyAccount.

If the power system in your area is affected by bad weather, be sure to stay clear of any fallen power lines. If you spot a fallen line, keep at least 10 metres back, even if it does not appear to be live. Report it to the police and call Hydro One at 1-800-434-1235.

About Hydro One Inc.:

Hydro One Inc. is a fully owned subsidiary of Hydro One Limited, Ontario's largest electricity transmission and distribution provider with more than 1.3 million valued customers, $25 billion in assets and 2017 annual revenues of nearly $6 billion. Our team of over 7,400 skilled and dedicated regular and non-regular employees proudly and safely serves suburban, rural and remote communities across Ontario through our 30,000 circuit km of high-voltage transmission and 123,000 circuit km of primary distribution networks. Hydro One is committed to the communities we serve, and has been rated as the top utility in Canada for its corporate citizenship, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. We are one of only five utility companies in Canada to achieve the Sustainable Energy Company designation from the Canadian Electricity Association. We also provide advanced broadband telecommunications services on a wholesale basis utilizing our extensive fibre optic network. Hydro One Limited's common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: H).

SOURCE Hydro One Inc.