APCO says use mobile alerts for power outage info Gene Marrano June 16, 2017 1 min read Yesterday evening’s storms created power outages for Appalachian Power customers. APCO has created a mobile alert system to warn customers of outages. WFIR intern reporter Madison Everett has more. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Traffic alert: extended lane closures on I-81 through next FridayNext: Political analyst says recent shooting will not help end partisanship in Washington Related Stories 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025