[September 30, 2022 - 11:25 am]
ATTENTION ALL CUSTOMERS:
STORM UPDATE: We are actively assessing the effects of Hurricane Ian and are committed to keeping our customers informed, and our employees safe, during this weather event. Teams have begun to assess damages where the storm has passed, and crews have begun restoration in areas where conditions are safe to do so. We are aware there are areas where there is loss of power or flooding in the south, central and west areas of Florida, and encourage everyone to stay safe.
***CAUTION: If you suspect a gas leak, please first relocate to a safe distance, and then report it immediately.
Should you discover a downed electric wire or power line, assume it is energized (and therefore dangerous) and stay as far away as possible. NEVER TOUCH a downed power line or any wires in close proximity.***
To report any type of potential safety hazard, contact your local utility, or call 9-1-1 for medical emergencies.
FPU customers should call 800-427-7712 for any related outages or safety issues.
[September 29, 2022 - 3:44 pm]
ATTENTION ALL CUSTOMERS:
WARNING: Always assume power lines are energized. To prevent injury, stay away, never touch and never drive over them! Stop and report all downed power lines to us at 800-427-7712.
[September 29, 2022 - 2:18 pm]
ATTENTION ALL CUSTOMERS:
We are actively monitoring and prepared to respond to Hurricane Ian and are committed to keeping our customers informed, and our employees safe, during this weather event. Teams have begun to assess damages where the storm has passed. Restoration efforts will begin when conditions are safe to do so. We are aware that there are customers without power. For storm updates, please visit FPUChurricaneupdates.com.
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[September 28, 2022 - 11:36 am]
ATTENTION ALL CUSTOMERS:
We are actively monitoring and prepared to respond to Hurricane Ian and are committed to keeping our customers informed, and our employees safe, during this weather event. Restoration efforts will begin when conditions are safe to do so. For storm updates, please visit FPUChurricaneupdates.com
[September 27, 2022 - 3:38 pm]
Florida Public Utilities, Sharp Energy Continue to Monitor Hurricane Ian, Urging Customers to Prepare
Yulee, Fla. – Florida Public Utilities (FPU) and Sharp Energy, subsidiaries of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation, are actively monitoring and preparing for Hurricane Ian, which is expected to impact the companies’ service territories. Both companies are adjusting Company staffing and preparing electric, natural gas and propane personnel in Florida and in our service areas outside of Florida to respond to any potential service interruptions that may result from heavy rain and high wind gusts from the storm.
Emergency response and recovery plans have been activated to ensure a safe and efficient restoration of services, should that be necessary. The restoration priority plan calls for initial restoration to critical community infrastructures, such as public health and safety organizations. Restoration efforts will begin when conditions are safe to do so.
For hurricane updates and additional safety information, please visit www.fpucHurricaneUpdates.com.
As with previous hurricanes, FPU and Sharp Energy are asking customers to be prepared. Hurricanes are dangerous storms that will have an impact on our system. Customers may visit www.fpuc.com/Prepare/ for tips about how to keep people and property safe, including generator safety tips, precautions regarding downed power lines and flooding, protecting electric equipment and more.
Customers with special needs, such as those who may be elderly, disabled or dependent upon electricity for medical equipment, should have alternate arrangements in place in the event they experience an extended power outage.
Electric customers should report service interruptions or downed electric wire or power line to FPU at 1-800-427-7712 or online at www.fpuc.com/electric/report-outage/. If you discover a downed electric wire or power line, assume it is energized and stay as far away as possible.
Sharp Energy customers in the Jacksonville area should call 888-742-7740 to report service interruptions.
FPU natural gas and propane customers should report service interruptions to FPU at 1-800-427-7712. If you smell gas, get to a safe location and call FPU or 911 immediately. Natural gas customers should not turn off their gas supply at the meter. Only authorized utility or emergency personnel should turn meter valves on or off. After the storm, natural gas customers should not operate any appliances believed to be damaged or flooded. Call FPU to have a trained technician re-light your pilot lights and inspect your appliances to ensure they are in safe condition.
About Florida Public Utilities
Florida Public Utilities Company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK). Headquartered in Yulee, Florida, FPU distributes natural gas and propane and provides electric services to customers in markets throughout Florida. For more information, visit www.fpuc.com.
About Sharp Energy
Sharp Energy is a subsidiary of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation and has provided reliable, dependable propane service for more than 40 years. Sharp Energy provides propane service in Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Florida.
About Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a diversified energy delivery company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Chesapeake Utilities Corporation offers sustainable energy solutions through its natural gas transmission and distribution, electricity generation and distribution, propane gas distribution, mobile compressed natural gas utility services and solutions, and other businesses. For more information, visit www.chpk.com.
Please note that Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is not affiliated with Chesapeake Energy, an oil and natural gas exploration company headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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For more information, contact:
Brianna Patterson
Manager, Public Relations and Strategic Communications
419-314-1233
[September 26, 2022 - 5:00 pm]
Florida Public Utilities Monitors Hurricane Ian, Urges Customers to Prepare
Yulee, Fla. – Florida Public Utilities (FPU), a subsidiary of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation, is actively monitoring and preparing for Hurricane Ian, which is expected to impact FPU’s service territory. Emergency response and recovery plans have been activated to ensure a safe and efficient restoration of services, should that be necessary. The restoration priority plan calls for initial restoration to critical community infrastructure, such as public health and safety organizations. Restoration efforts will begin when conditions are safe to do so.
For hurricane updates and additional safety information, please visit www.FPUCHurricaneUpdates.com. The Company is adjusting staffing and preparing personnel in Florida and in our other service areas outside of Florida to respond to any potential service interruptions that may result from heavy rain and high wind gusts from the storm.
As with previous hurricanes, FPU is asking its customers to be prepared. Hurricanes are dangerous storms that will have an impact on our system. Customers may visit www.fpuc.com/Prepare/ for tips about how to keep people and property safe, including generator safety tips, precautions regarding downed power lines and flooding, protecting electric equipment and more.
Customers with special needs, such as those who may be elderly, disabled or dependent upon electricity for medical equipment, should have alternate arrangements in place in the event they experience an extended power outage.
FPU urges customers to consider filling the fuel tanks of their vehicles in the event a power outage affects service to neighborhood gas stations. For customers who rely on well water, filling a bathtub with water in advance of severe weather is strongly encouraged. Customers using a generator should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and be sure to locate generators outside, in well-ventilated areas.
Electric customers should report service interruptions to FPU at 1-800-427-7712 or online at www.FPUC.com/electric/report-outage/. If you discover a downed electric wire or power line, assume it is energized and stay as far away as possible. Call 1-800-427-7712 immediately or submit a report online at www.FPUC.com/electric/report-outage/ to report the location of the power line.
Natural gas customers should report service interruptions to FPU at 1-800-427-7712. If you smell natural gas, get to a safe location and call FPU or 911 immediately. Natural gas customers should not turn off their gas supply at the meter. Only authorized utility or emergency personnel should turn meter valves on or off. After the storm, natural gas customers should not operate any appliances believed to be damaged or flooded. Call FPU to have a trained technician re-light your pilot lights and inspect your appliances to ensure they are in safe condition.
About Florida Public Utilities
Florida Public Utilities Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK). Headquartered in Yulee, Florida, FPU distributes natural gas and propane and provides electric services to customers in markets throughout Florida. For more information, visit www.fpuc.com.
About Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a diversified energy delivery company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Chesapeake Utilities Corporation offers sustainable energy solutions through its natural gas transmission and distribution, electricity generation and distribution, propane gas distribution, mobile compressed natural gas utility services and solutions, and other businesses. For more information, visit www.chpk.com.
Please note that Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is not affiliated with Chesapeake Energy, an oil and natural gas exploration company headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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For more information, contact:
Brianna Patterson
Manager, Public Relations and Strategic Communications
419-314-1233
bpatterson@chpk.com
[September 23, 2022 - 3:10 pm]
ATTENTION ALL CUSTOMERS:
As we continue to monitor the storm, we are also committed to keeping you informed every step of the way. Now is the time to prepare. Please take a moment to review our hurricane safety tips with your family and loved ones. www.FPUC.com/Prepare
