News Releases
News Releases for: 2019
MLGW Closed Memorial Day
May 22, 2019
Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division offices will be closed Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. Normal business operations will resume Tuesday, May 28.
MLGW is the largest three-service public power utility in the nation, serving more than 431,000 customers in Memphis and Shelby
Power restored across Memphis and Shelby County
May 21, 2019
Power has been restored to Memphis Light, Gas and Water customers affected by the May 18 storm.
Damaging wind and heavy rain lead to downed trees and utility poles. MLGW recorded 40,575 power interruptions as a result of the severe weather with 27,000 customers impacted.
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MLGW crews tackling smaller individual outages
May 20, 2019
1,092 currently without power - Full restoration expected Tuesday
(May 20, 2019-11:30 a.m.) – Power has been restored to the majority of MLGW customers who were affected by severe weather Saturday. There are still trees, wires and poles down throughout Memphis and Shelby County.
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MLGW focusing on restoring individual outages
May 19, 2019
4,254 currently without power - Full restoration expected Tuesday
(May 19, 2019-6 p.m.) – Power has been restored to the majority of MLGW customers who were affected by severe weather Saturday. There are trees, wires and poles down throughout Memphis and Shelby County.
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12,730 currently without power - Full restoration expected Tuesday
Heavy rain and 59 mph winds moved into the Memphis and Shelby County area shortly after 8 p.m. Saturday evening knocking down utility poles and toppling trees, resulting in outages. Severe weather continued throughout the night.
More than 15,000 without power during height of storm
Evidentiary hearing in Water Rights Case (Mississippi v. Tennessee) set for May 20 in Nashville
May 17, 2019
The hearing is expected to last one or two weeks
In 2014, the State of Mississippi filed suit in the U.S. Supreme Court against the City of Memphis, Memphis Light, Gas & Water Division, and the State of Tennessee over the rights of the respective states to groundwater in the Memphis Sand Aqu
MLGW Board Meeting (Wednesday, May 15)
May 13, 2019
Memphis Light, Gas and Water is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor of the City of Memphis. Public Board of Commissioners Meetings are held at 1:00 p.m., the first and third Wednesday of each month (unless otherwise noted), at MLGW Administrati
The PSAT will provide input on MLGW’s Integrated Resource Plan (IRP)
MLGW’s Power Supply Advisory Team (PSAT) will meet for the second time on Thursday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Whitehaven Community Center, 4318 Graceland Dr.
John Thomas, Chief Financial Officer
Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division hosts its next Power Hour meeting at the Raleigh Community Center, 3678 Powers Rd., Tuesday, May 14 at 6 p.m.
MLGW is scheduling a Power Hour meeting each month in different Memphis and Shelby County neighborhoods. Division management will discuss the
Expect delays Tuesday, May 7 to Wednesday, May 8
MLGW crews will close some lanes on Union Avenue for transformer maintenance at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. This will affect travel on Union between I-240 and Manassas starting Tuesday, May 7 and ending Wednesday, May 8. The
MLGW 2018 Water Quality Report available online
May 3, 2019
The Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division 2018 Water Quality Report is available on MLGW’s website. Customers can view the 2018 Water Quality Report online at mlgw.com/waterquality. The report is available in English and Spanish.
Customers can also request a paper copy of the report by cal
The PSAT will provide input on MLGW’s Integrated Resource Plan (IRP)
MLGW’s Power Supply Advisory Team (PSAT) will meet for the first time on Tuesday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at MLGW’s Administrative Building, 220 S. Main.
The meeting will focus on orientation;
MLGW Board Meeting (May 1)
April 24, 2019
Memphis Light, Gas and Water is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor of the City of Memphis. Public Board of Commissioners Meetings are held at 1:00 p.m., the first and third Wednesday of each month (unless otherwise noted), at MLGW Administrati
Green Dot scam alert
April 16, 2019
Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division has received reports of scammers spoofing MLGW's number to call and demand customers buy a Green Dot card or have utility service disconnected.
While MLGW mails cut-o
MLGW Closed Good Friday
April 15, 2019
Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division offices will be closed April 19 in observance of Good Friday. Normal business operations resume Monday, April 22.
MLGW is the largest three-service public power utility in the nation, serving more than 431,000 customers in Memphis and Shelby County.
MLGW Board Meeting (April 17)
April 15, 2019
Memphis Light, Gas and Water is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor of the City of Memphis. Public Board of Commissioners Meetings are held at 1:00 p.m., the first and third Wednesday of each month (unless otherwise noted), at MLGW Administrati
MLGW accepting proposals for an Integrated Resource Plan
April 8, 2019
MLGW released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for an Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) to accurately determine the most viable options should the utility elect to procure electricity from sources other than TVA. MLGW has extended invitations to qualified firms to assist in developing the IRP which will i
April is Safe Digging Month
April 5, 2019
This April marks the 12th annual National Safe Digging Month, reminding residents to always call 811 before starting any digging project. National Safe Digging Month is formally recognized by the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate and has traditionally earned the support from nearly every sta
Installation of new water main will close a portion of Pleasant Ridge Road near Austin Peay Highway until Monday, April 15
April 5, 2019
A portion of Pleasant Ridge Road east of the intersection of Austin Peay Highway (State Route 14) will remain closed temporarily to all traffic (24 hours a day) until April 15. MLGW crews are installing a new water main as part of the TDOT Austin Peay Highway widening project. Construction will tak
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