Met-Ed employees have successfully conducted their annual emergency preparation drill to test their storm restoration process in response to severe weather that may cause outages across Berks and eastern Pennsylvania. The drill involved employees from both the company’s Muhlenberg Township headquarters and remote locations, aiming to ensure readiness for restoration duties and review critical storm-management tools.

Met-Ed, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., serves around 592,000 customers within a vast area of eastern and southeastern Pennsylvania, covering Reading and much of Berks County. The drill was a proactive measure to prepare for potential outages affecting a significant number of customers due to severe thunderstorms.

During the drill, employees focused on testing their ability to safely and swiftly restore power, emphasizing the importance of efficient storm management. By conducting the drill both at the headquarters and remotely, Met-Ed aimed to enhance coordination among team members and streamline the restoration process.

Severe weather events can lead to widespread power outages, impacting the daily lives of customers. The drill served as a valuable exercise to ensure that Met-Ed is well-equipped to respond promptly and effectively to such situations, minimizing disruptions and ensuring customer satisfaction.

As part of their commitment to providing reliable service, Met-Ed regularly conducts preparedness drills and invests in training employees to handle emergency situations with proficiency. The company’s dedication to proactive planning and continuous improvement reflects its focus on delivering quality service to its extensive customer base.