Your Guide to Cleco Power Outages and What You Need to Know When They Happen

are frustrating to deal with. There isn't much that can be done about the outage itself, but there are steps that you can take to prepare for it and understand why it's happening. Let's talk about how these power outages happen and what you need to know when they affect your home.

Outages may happen for several reasons, but the most common are severe weather and damage to power lines or equipment caused by tree limbs or other debris.

Once an outage has happened, it can take a while for the power to be restored. If a storm is raging, that could mean several hours without electricity or heat. If you have been impacted by a power outage, you may be eligible for compensation. With this, DoNotPay can help.

What Can You Do During a Cleco Power Outage?

Use your phone's flashlight. That way, if an outage occurs at night, you won't have to fumble for a flashlight.

Here are some other things that you can do during a :

Prepare Your Food	There are ways to cook food even if your power goes out. Bring the food in your freezer inside so it melts at room temperature instead of spoiling in the heat. If you have a gas stove, you can use it to cook food.
Stay Warm	Bring clothing inside that may be drying outside or that could get wet if rain starts to fall. If rain is an issue, do not run the washing machine until the power is restored. Also, make sure you don't needlessly waste electricity by turning off the lights in rooms you aren't using.
Take Care Of Yourself	Make sure that medications are properly stored. If they need to be kept cool, have them stored in a refrigerator or cooler until the power is restored. Be careful when using candles to avoid house fires, and don't panic if your home smells like smoke after the power is restored.

Expect a Delayed Return to Normal

Cleco usually has good response times, but during the worst storms or other major catastrophes, it can take several hours to get power restored to all households affected. There are multiple reasons for this, including downed power lines and poles that may be blocking the roads, causing access issues.

Remember That Your Outage Could Be Part of a Larger Problem

Cleco may not give you a firm answer about when power will be restored because the damage could spread, and they don't want consumers to panic.

How to Check and Report a Cleco Power Outage

Cleco has multiple ways to follow the status of your power:

You can look at their outage map here.
Sign in to your Cleco account and sign up for notifications.
Follow them on social media for updates.

If your area is experiencing an outage, there are several ways that you can report it:

Online through MyAccount
Text OUT to 25326 (you may need to text REG to register first)
Call customer service at 800-622-6537

How to Get Compensated for a Cleco Power Outage

During an outage, power may be out for a long time. This can have a severe impact on your home and finances. The compensation recovery process can go towards alleviating the stress of not having power for an extended period.

Cleco compensates you for many things, including:

food lost during the outage
medication that may have degraded due to improper storage conditions
any other damage sustained by your home or business caused by an outage

If you've been impacted by a power outage, you should be as prepared as possible for potential compensation. Make sure you keep all receipts and other documentation that proves how much money was lost or damaged. If your prescription medications were affected during an outage, make sure to contact the manufacturer to see if there are any replacement options available.

Request Compensation for a Cleco Power Outage With the Help of DoNotPay

Cleco power outages can be frustrating to deal with, but they are a part of life. However, there's no reason why you should have to deal with them if your home is eligible for compensation. DoNotPay is here to help you get your money back for your inconvenience.

If you want to get compensation for an outage but don't know where to start, DoNotPay has you covered in 9 easy steps:

Go to the Outage Refunds product on DoNotPay.
Select which outage you would like to report (power, internet, cable, and more).
Select your energy provider and enter your account number.
Indicate when the outage started and how long it lasted.
Verify your account information.
If you want to be reimbursed for losses related to a power outage, choose whether you want to be reimbursed for personal injuries, damaged property, or both.
Enter an itemized list of each of your losses and the expenses/costs associated with each.
Upload documents or photographic evidence that proves your losses. Also, add the names of any witnesses who can attest to your losses if possible.
Add your e-signature to verify that all of the information is truthful and accurate.

DoNotPay Works Across All Utility Companies With the Click of a Button

DoNotPay has helped people resolve their problems with power companies across the United States. With just a few clicks, DoNotPay can prepare an appeal for any utility company in the US to get your issue resolved.

Cleco is not the only electric company that offers compensation for outages. DoNotPay works for all of the major electric companies. Therefore, if you are having issues with Cleco or another electric company, you can use DoNotPay's tools to get compensated.

Outage Lawsuits May Be Possible

If you've been impacted by a power outage that was severe enough to cause damage to your home, you might be able to file a lawsuit against the responsible party. While taking legal action may seem like an extreme step, it can be worth it in some cases. DoNotPay can also help file legal action against the responsible party for you.

What Else Can DoNotPay Do?

Aside from the Cleco power outage, we can also deal with the following:

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