Residents along Fern Creek Avenue say constant construction is already disrupting daily life, and a $274 million OUC power project designed to strengthen the grid could bring more road closures and detours through 2029.

Utility companies across Central Florida are asking customers to conserve electricity as unusually cold temperatures are expected to drive up demand on the power grid this weekend. The companies are worried higher electricity usage will lead to power outages.

Orange County now leads the state of Florida in reported cases of Legionnaires’ disease, as questions grow about whether residents and workers may have been exposed at more than one location.

According to Orlando fire officials, several units responded to a building on the 100 block of West Robinson Street for an investigation.

Some residents in the Gramercy Farms neighborhood of St. Cloud report experiencing frequent power interruptions regardless of the weather conditions.

When that happens, no matter how you may become disconnected from the grid, it can help to know you have options when it comes to reporting and monitoring power outages in your area.

Colder weather can often mean a higher energy bill, so we spoke with industry professionals for insight on what's best for your wallet and your heating system.

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) today unanimously approved a new time-of-day billing policy for its customers that sets individual prices for peak and non-peak kilowatt-per-hour (kWh) rates.

The Orlando Utilities Commission board is set to vote on the proposed PeakSHIFT program.

The plan, which introduces a new demand-based pricing model, could add $5 to $15 to customers’ monthly bills based on their energy usage during peak hours.

A month after a downed power line caused a fire that destroyed an Orlando couple’s home, an incident report confirms firefighters left the scene after the Orlando Utilities Commission told them they shut down their responses at the time due to weather conditions.

For many, the restoration cannot come soon enough after days without electricity.

Thousands of Floridians remain without power after Hurricane Milton.

Here are the numbers to dial and sites to check in the event of a power outage.

The Orlando Utilities Commission gave News 6 a first look at its new drone program.

Orlando City Commissioner Patty Sheehan is leading the opposition against a proposal by the Orlando Utilities Commission to lower the reimbursement rates for solar customers.

Soon some will see a lower light bill. The Orlando Utilities Commission approved a 5 percent cut to customers electric bills starting in July.

Here are the numbers to dial and sites to click in the event of a power outage.

The Orlando Utilities Commission last week approved a $155 million project to ensure the region's growing population will have enough safe and clean drinking water for years to come.

OUC officials announced that the construction will involve the installation of a “new underground electric transmission line” along the street.

Trees can improve your home’s curb appeal and, if positioned correctly, can help reduce energy costs.

A pickup truck struck a fire hydrant in Orlando, flooding a home and intersection and prompting officials to close roadways in the area.

According to the company, the change was approved by the OUC Board of Commissioners, making it the second fuel-rate decrease in four months.

Temperatures are reaching all-time highs, but Central Florida residents are at risk for more than just heat-related illness.

Here are the numbers to dial and sites to click in the event of a power outage.

A fire line damaged in a car crash on Thursday let loose a spray of water on passer-by vehicles, pictures show.

When a hurricane or other strong storm blows through Central Florida, it's not uncommon to see power outages.

OUC said the increase is because of the rise in natural gas prices, and called the rate hike a “pass-through cost.”

If you are an Orlando Utilities Commission customer, be prepared to see an increase in your July energy bill.

The nearing of a winter storm expected to slam the Carolinas over the weekend prompted Duke Energy Florida and the Orlando Utilities Commission to deploy crews Saturday morning to help impacted areas rebound, according to news releases.

A Central Florida was called by whom she thought was an Orlando Utilities Commission representative threatening to shut off her power. The woman caught on, realizing the caller was an impostor trying to scam her.

The Orlando Utilities Commission and City of Orlando are announcing a campaign designed to transition businesses and municipalities to 100% solar energy by 2030.

After nearly two months, the Orlando Utilities Commission is returning to normal water operations following its plea for Orlando customers to limit water use, read an OUC release Tuesday.

The Orlando Utilities Commission is echoing a call they gave two weeks ago asking residents to conserve water due to a liquid oxygen shortage.

The city of Winter Park is asking residents to conserve water in hopes of avoiding having to issue a system-wide boil water notice as the region faces an increased demand for liquid oxygen due to COVID-19.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer is set to hold a news conference at City Hall Friday afternoon to address issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

While there’s no way to guarantee you won’t lose power, experts say there are a few things you can do to help minimize your chances of an outage.

The City of Orlando in partnership with the Orlando Utilities Commission, along with American Cities Climate Change, installed 100 new EV stations throughout Orlando.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Things are beginning to look a little greener with the announcement of a “small” display outside the Orlando Science Center. The city of Orlando on Tuesday unveiled its Tiny Green Home, which is a hands-on experience designed to increase sustainability education and awareness in Central Florida. “What we’re ultimately doing is telling a bit of a sustainability story,” Vice President of Visitor Experience Brandan Lanman said. Throughout the experience, visitors can also scan QR codes to learn more about sustainability options in their own home. AdThe Tiny Green Home debuts to the public during Orlando Science Center’s Otronicon Event Feb. 12-15.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Over the next five years, the iconic Stanton Energy Plant will be replacing the coal it now uses to generate electricity with natural gas. Trudell took News 6 inside the Stanton plant to show what this conversion would look like. Coal is stores in piles outside of the Stanton Energy Plant in Orange County. According to previous reports, eight other coal-burning plants in the state have either converted to natural gas, or they are in the middle of transitioning. He said the conversion to natural gas at Stanton has been a long time in coming.

ORLANDO, Fla. – A lawsuit claiming contamination of residential properties from an Orlando Utilities Commission power plant has been dismissed, according to court records. The order to dismiss came at the request of attorneys representing the group of residents who filed the lawsuit. “From the outset, OUC has been confident that Plaintiffs’ claims were unsupported by any sound science and inconsistent with data reported by the Florida Department of Health. Plaintiffs’ request to dismiss this lawsuit with prejudice fully confirms that their claims had no merit.”[TRENDING: Safe to shop during pandemic? While the case has been dismissed, Bullock said attorneys with OUC are also working to vacate an earlier ruling they believe was incorrect.

“You really have to pair battery storage, we call it energy storage, with solar,” Ferrone explained. Ferrone said there is a lot of technology involved with solar energy and it continues to change. If you would like to know more about how OUC plans to achieve Net Zero CO2 Emissions by 2050, use the links below download this week’s episode of Florida’s Fourth Estate. Each week they have a guest host who helps give an irreverent look at the issues impacting the Sunshine State. Listen to the full episode of Florida’s Fourth Estate on iTunes here or on Sticher here.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. Orange County Fire Rescue treated four patients in a hazmat incident at Stanton Energy Plant. The incident happened around 9:45 a.m. Wednesday, according to OCFR. Tim Trudell from Orlando Utilities Commission said an issue with sulfur dioxide as part of routine maintenance inside the plant. Three contract employees were taken to a hospital for treatment, according to Trudell. This is a developing story, check back for updates on Clickorlando.com.

ORLANDO, Fla. Plans continue for Orlando Utilities Commission to expand its solar energy production in the coming years. Tim OBrien plans to graduate from UCF this fall, after leading the second team of engineering students to help design and build skycam. Cloud coverage has a massive impact on solar farms, York said. Intermittent clouds are really the problem, when theyre passing in waves or bands, and that causes solar power to come up and down throughout the day. Right now, OUC solar farms account for enough power for around 20,000 homes.

ORLANDO, Fla. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, many seniors are spending more time at home than ever, which means theres a good chance their energy bills are -- you guessed it -- higher than ever. Eligible residents can receive up to $2,000 for multiple energy bills while funds are available. The applicant must also meet income requirements and be experiencing a home energy crisis, such as disconnection, delinquency or past-due bills. The SRA said the Orlando Utilities Commission, Duke Energy and Kissimmee Utility Authority have all agreed to partner to promote EHEAP to their customers. How to apply using your desktop computerHow to apply on your mobile device

ORLANDO, Fla. A dozen linemen from the Orlando Utilities Commission are heading to Lafayette, Louisiana to help thousands who lost power on Thursday from Hurricane Laura. "The main thing is to get these people back to some sort of normalcy," Barnes said. Barnes said he's helped restore power after several hurricanes in Florida and this mission will be the first time for some of his colleagues. Crews are making a stop in Mississippi Thursday night before they arrive in Louisiana on Friday. Its not clear when they will be returning home, but OUC spokesperson believes it could take a couple of weeks.

Service disconnections for non-payment resume July 13, 2020, and late fees will be reinstated August 3, OUC said. This includes financial support up to $500 through OUCs Project CARE. For more information on OUCs Project CARE click or tap here. OUC is asking neighbors to help neighbors by donating to Project CARE. Click on Project CARE and select the blue Enroll in Project CARE button, OUC said.