Rappahannock Electric Cooperative

Rappahannock Electric Cooperative Serving 185,000+ connections in portions of 22 Virginia counties. To ensure fast and efficient response, member outages cannot be reported through Facebook.

Rappahannock Electric Cooperative’s (REC) page is designed to complement our other print and online communications. Topics covered are of general interest to our membership (and, often, to the public) and include energy efficiency, product and service offerings, general outage updates, community events, business developments, and electrical safety. We may not be able to respond to every c

omment, and, to safeguard our members’ privacy, we cannot reply via Facebook to questions about individual accounts. Members may report outages and get detailed account information by calling 800-552-3904 or by logging into the Web Self-Service area of www.myrec.coop. In some circumstances, REC’s response to a visitor’s post may call for research or the involvement of an REC employee with a particular expertise. In that case the person posting the question or comment may be directed to an REC e-mail address for follow-up. REC values the interaction fostered by online environments like Facebook, but we reserve the right to delete posts that are off-topic or that involve personal attacks, profanity, or commercial product promotions.

As a cooperative, REC is deeply rooted in the communities we serve and committed to investing in their future. Supportin...
06/16/2026

As a cooperative, REC is deeply rooted in the communities we serve and committed to investing in their future. Supporting the youth in our communities through financial assistance is an important part of that commitment. These outstanding high school students are preparing to begin an exciting new chapter, and we are honored to help support their success by easing some of the financial burden of college.
The recipients of the REC Scholarship have demonstrated exceptional dedication to academics, leadership, and service within their communities.

Congratulations to our REC students! Your futures are bright, and we look forward to seeing all you will accomplish.

⛈️ A severe storm is expected to move through our service territory this evening, bringing the potential for strong wind...
06/14/2026

⛈️ A severe storm is expected to move through our service territory this evening, bringing the potential for strong winds, heavy rain, hail and the possibility of isolated tornadoes. Safety is our top priority. Please take a few minutes to make sure you and your family are prepared and review the tips below.

Stay connected:
🌐 myrec.coop/out
📱 MyREC SmartHub App
💬 Text OUT to 63273
Track real-time restoration: myrec.coop/outagecenter

✅ Be prepared:
• Power and communication: Charge phones and power banks and have a NOAA weather radio and backup communication devices available.
• Water and food: Store 1 gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, keep nonperishable food on hand and have a manual can opener available.
• Lighting and shelter: Have flashlights or headlamps with extra batteries, battery- or solar-powered lanterns, emergency blankets and protective gear such as gloves, rain gear and sturdy shoes or boots.
Stay weather aware throughout the day and have multiple ways to receive weather alerts.

⚡ Storm Restoration UpdateMore than 5,400 members lost power as severe storms moved through our service territory last n...
06/13/2026

⚡ Storm Restoration Update

More than 5,400 members lost power as severe storms moved through our service territory last night. Since then, crews have been working around the clock to assess damage, clear hazards and restore service as quickly and safely as possible.

Damaging winds from the severe storms resulted in downed trees and broken poles. On average a broken pole takes an estimated 3–4 hours to replace, which makes outage repairs tedious and lengthy. Crews continue to replace broken poles after last night's storms.

If you're without power, please report your outage so we can restore power as quickly and safely as possible:
🌐 myrec.coop/out
📱 MyREC SmartHub App
💬 Text OUT to 63273
Track real-time restoration: myrec.coop/outagecenter
As always, stay safe!

⚠️ Storm Update!The severe storms that moved through our service territory this evening may have passed, but their impac...
06/13/2026

⚠️ Storm Update!

The severe storms that moved through our service territory this evening may have passed, but their impact remains. We currently have 2,200+ outages across our system, and our crews will be working through the night to restore power as quickly and safely as possible.

If you're without power, please report your outage:
🌐myrec.coop/out
📱MyREC SmartHub App
💬Text OUT to 63273
Track restoration progress in real time: myrec.coop/outagecenter

Thank you for your patience and support—we'll be back with more updates tomorrow.

As always, stay safe and have a good night.

⚠️ Storm Update:We are currently seeing outages affecting around 3,500 members due to storms moving throughout our servi...
06/12/2026

⚠️ Storm Update:

We are currently seeing outages affecting around 3,500 members due to storms moving throughout our service territory.

Our crews are responding to outages and will continue working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible. Additional severe weather is expected throughout the evening, so please stay safe.

If you're without power, please report your outage so we can restore power as quickly and safely as possible:
🌐 myrec.coop/out
📱 MyREC SmartHub App
💬 Text OUT to 63273
Track outages and restoration progress in real time: myrec.coop/outagecenter

Please stay safe and avoid downed power lines. We will continue to provide updates as conditions change.

A powerful storm just swept through our area, causing outages across our service territory. Our lineworkers are on the g...
06/12/2026

A powerful storm just swept through our area, causing outages across our service territory. Our lineworkers are on the ground and working as quickly and safely as possible to get the lights back on to the 7,200+ members affected.

Continue to stay tuned for updates and most importantly, stay safe!
📱 Report outages through the Outage Center or text OUT to 63273
📍 Track real-time restoration: https://www.myrec.coop/outagecenter

06/11/2026

The most important work on the electric grid is often the work you never see. Reliability is built, not restored and in 2025, REC crews completed 48 major grid improvement projects, replaced 6,402 poles, maintained more than 1,800 miles of right-of-way and removed over 2,400 hazard trees, all to address issues before they ever reach you.

We also inspected 48,097 service points and used drones to inspect more than 40,000 overhead assets. And with 64 substations now connected through our Fiber Utility Network, our grid is smarter and more responsive than ever.

When early 2026 storms put our system to the test, our crews were ready. Because reliability doesn't happen by chance, it's built every single day.

Powering Value means investing in reliability long before it's needed.

See the full story in our 2025 Annual Report. ➡️ https://myrec.coop/2025AnnualReport

The trades are in high demand, and there are plenty of employment opportunities available. As a cooperative that employs...
06/10/2026

The trades are in high demand, and there are plenty of employment opportunities available. As a cooperative that employs many skilled tradespeople, we understand and appreciate the vital role they play in the daily operations of any company. The specialized skills students gain through technical schools prepare them well for the workforce, equipping them with the knowledge and expertise needed to succeed on the job.

Supporting young people in our communities who choose these meaningful and rewarding career paths is important to us, and we are proud to encourage the next generation of skilled professionals.

Congratulations Aidan and Owen!

06/09/2026

We've been busy behind the scenes keeping your lights on. ⚡ In just the first quarter of 2026, our crews completed:

🚁 11,888 drone inspections
🌳 345 miles of right-of-way cleared
🪵 800 hazard trees removed
🪝 3,034 poles replaced
🐿️ 1,750 animal guards installed
🔌 148 miles of wire replaced

From the treetops to the ground, every task is part of our commitment to keeping your power reliable, before problems ever reach you.

☀️ Beat the heat without breaking the bank! As temps rise this summer, a few simple adjustments around the home can keep...
06/08/2026

☀️ Beat the heat without breaking the bank! As temps rise this summer, a few simple adjustments around the home can keep you cool and keep your energy costs in check.

Here are 5 easy ways to save energy this summer. 👇

Want tips made just for you? Log in to MyREC SmartHub, complete your home energy profile and unlock personalized energy tips, alerts, and monthly usage insights!

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