Tennessee governor urges better Nashville Electric Service efforts in winter storm

By: Sam Stockard

Outlets: Tennessee Lookout

Published: January 30, 2026

Words: 461

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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With tens of thousands of Nashville Electric Services customers still without power, Gov. Bill Lee encouraged the utility to improve communications and transparency five days after a winter storm struck.

NES is drawing criticism about its response to the historic storm after turning down some outside help because of its policies for line workers’ safety.

In a statement issued Friday with thousands of people powerless after five days, Lee said people need a “clear timeline” …

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