winter storm
Coverage of winter storm in the Nexus archive.
- Metro Council considers requiring new developments to bury power lines
Metro Council is considering a bill to require burying power lines in new developments in Nashville following a winter storm that caused widespread outages. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Joy Styles, aims to strengthen the city's power grid, with a pilot program already planned by Nashville Electric Service.
- Could NES restore power sooner in deadly January winter storm? A new independent report says yes
An independent report found Nashville Electric Service (NES) could have restored power two to five days faster during a January ice storm by securing outside help earlier. The report criticized NES for delayed requests for linemen, inadequate storm response planning, and systems unprepared for large crews, leading to prolonged outages. NES leadership acknowledged shortcomings and approved new contracts with more contractors to improve future responses.
- New report details flaws in NES response to January winter storm
A new after-action report from Nashville Electric Service (NES) highlights multiple flaws in the utility provider's response to a January winter storm. The report details issues with NES's handling of the event but does not specify the nature of the flaws.