Updated 11:51 a.m. Monday.

Baltimore Gas and Electric Company had restored a reported 93,073 power outages throughout Central Maryland as of Monday morning since the snowstorm that hit the region Friday.

As of 11:48 a.m. on Monday, BGE listed 125 customers without service in Carroll County, and Allegheny Power reported five outages in Mount Airy.

Throughout its entire coverage area, BGE reported 4,092 customers without service. Approximately 850 BGE and contract personnel are actively engaged in the storm restoration process.

Additionally, approximately 300 linemen and support staff from Kentucky, Tennessee and Ohio were expected to arrive late Sunday to begin assisting BGE with the restoration, bringing the total number of field and support resources to approximately 1,150. BGE is reminding customers to keep the following items readily available:

* Flashlights – not candles

* Fresh batteries

* Battery operated clock radio

* Corded telephone

* Fully charged cell phone

* Non-perishable foods

* Blankets

For people customers who rely on well water, filling a bathtub with water in advance of severe weather is strongly encouraged.  Customers using a generator or space heater should follow manufacturer instructions and be sure to locate generators in well-ventilated areas.

The utility is reminding customers to call 1-877-778-2222 to report downed wires, power outages or any unsafe condition involving gas or electric delivery. For more information about BGE storm preparation and how customers can protect their families and property, go to www.bge.com.This story has been updated.

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