Corn Belt Power released a follow up statement to their original statement. The follow up was released on Tuesday Morning at 7:45 AM and says that, Corn Belt Power has issued an energy emergency alert. Members may experience an interruption of their electric service for up to 45 minutes. We urge electric cooperative members to conserve energy to help reduce the power demands during this time.
The effects of widespread and extreme cold conditions have led to tightening conditions across a large portion of the country.