More than 42,000 customers affected by Sunday storms

More than 42,000 MLGW customers lost power due to storms that moved through Shelby County at 2:45 p.m. on Sunday.

The utility immediately began damage assessment and storm restoration efforts.

Forty-two contract crews will assist MLGW crews with restoration efforts.

Important MLGW contact information for customers:

•  Outage Reporting: 544-6500

•  Emergency: 528-4465 (This number should be treated like 911. Gas leaks, electrical lines down.)

•  Customer Care Center: 820-7878