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Prepaid Power Crisis in Grayson County | Lexington News
A major blackout in Grayson County, Kentucky, hit more than just the lights—it crippled prepaid electric customers’ ability to pay or check balances, triggering panic as temperatures soared. With strict 10 AM cutoffs for positive balances, folks scrambled to avoid disconnection, especially those relying on power for life-saving medical equipment. A system glitch caused wild energy spikes and disconnected accounts, leaving residents stranded and unable to reach customer service. The cooperative apologized, blaming a computer fix gone wrong, and has paused disconnections until July…
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