NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Nashville Electric Service is acknowledging challenges in the wake of Winter Storm Fern, which comes on the heels of officials across Middle Tennessee calling for change and greater accountability.
Although NES said power has been restored to nearly 100% of its customers, the conversation is now shifting to accountability. In recent weeks, Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell and Sumner County Mayor John Isbell have both expressed concerns, saying changes are needed.
“I especially want to commend our line workers, contractors, and mutual aid partners, who have been working 14 to 16-hour days in freezing conditions ever since the storm hit,” Teresa Broyles-Aplin, NES’ President and CEO, said. “They put our customers first, and that dedication has paid off.”
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Broyles-Aplin said Winter Storm Fern was the largest outage event in the city’s history. At one point, it left more than 230,000 customers without power across 300 square miles. As recovery began, so did the questions about oversight and accountability…