As storm season begins, Duke Energy reminds public to move over, slow down as they approach utility crews working along the roadside (2024)

• During storm season, additional Duke Energy crews may be on theroads to repair damaged power lines or infrastructure
• Speeding and distracted driving are the leading contributingfactors in vehicle accidents
• National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 15-19

CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 15,2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the start of the 2024 stormseason approaches, Duke Energy reminds the public that crews andother utility personnel often work along roadways maintaining andrepairing power lines and other utility infrastructure.

Duke Energy crews are often found working just about anywhere tokeep the lights on for customers and communities safe. That workoften requires Duke Energy teams to work alongside a roadway, or insome cases, it may be necessary to close a lane(s) of traffic. Whenwork requires creating a work zone, it is important that the publictake steps to protect themselves and those working.

"We expect to see an increase in the need for our crews to beout responding to storm repairs and with that comes risk. Everysingle driver can reduce that risk by paying close attention andreducing distractions while on the road," said Jessica Bednarcik, senior vice president ofEnterprise Safety and Generation Services. "At Duke Energy, we havea comprehensive safety program to protect our crews working alongthe road, but cones and signs won't stop a distracted driver. We'rereminding motorists to approach roadside workers with caution. Itcould save a life."

Beyond keeping the lights on, Duke Energy crews also play a keyrole in power grid improvement projects that are helping modernizeand strengthen Duke Energy's system. This includes protectionagainst storms and other impacts, making the grid more reliable andresilient, as well as integrating new and cleaner energytechnologies. All of the work is to benefit customers andcommunities.

Tips for Driving Safely in Work Zones

• Stay alert and minimize distractions: Don't text, talk oradjust controls.
• Expect the unexpected: Normal speed limits may be reduced,traffic lanes may be changed, and workers may be nearby.
• Slow down: Speeding is the major cause of work zonecrashes.
• Don't tailgate: The most common work zone crash is the rear-endcollision.
• Maintain traffic flow by merging as soon as possible.
• Pay attention to signs: Warning signs help keep you and otherdrivers safe.
• Obey road crew flaggers: The trained flagger knows what is bestfor traffic safety.

Duke Energy
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150company headquartered in Charlotte,N.C., is one of America's largest energy holding companies.The company's electric utilities serve 8.4 million customers inNorth Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohioand Kentucky, and collectively own54,800 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas unit serves1.7 million customers in NorthCarolina, South Carolina,Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky.

Duke Energy is executing an ambitious clean energy transition,keeping reliability, affordability and accessibility at theforefront as the company works toward net-zero methane emissionsfrom its natural gas business by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissionsfrom electricity generation by 2050. The company is investing inmajor electric grid upgrades and cleaner generation, includingexpanded energy storage, renewables, natural gas and advancednuclear.

More information is available at duke-energy.com and the DukeEnergy News Center. Follow Duke Energy on Twitter, LinkedIn,Instagram and Facebook, and visit illumination for stories aboutthe people and innovations powering our energy transition.

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