According to the head of Memphis Light, Gas, and Water, they are getting ready for a “moderate impact” from an impending winter storm.
CEO Doug McGowen said the forecast is still uncertain and that utility systems won’t be significantly impacted by the weather if the area primarily gets snowfall.
However, extremely cold temperatures could damage water lines in houses or businesses, and freezing rain could weigh down trees and result in some power outages.
About 35 contractor crews are expected to arrive on Friday, doubling MLGW’s electric overhead service workforce.
In the event of a utility failure, he advised residents to drip faucets and store non-perishable food and drinking water inside their homes.
As bad weather approaches, #MLGW asks customers to prepare, not panic. Bitterly cold temps will put water pipes at risk. pic.twitter.com/XUIsJbtCCk
— MLGW (@MLGW) January 21, 2026
