Advisory
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Old Fort Power Update and Downed Power Lines
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Old Fort Power Update and Downed Power Lines 
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Old Fort Power Update and Downed Power Lines
As power is returning to areas of The Town of Old Fort please use caution around downed power lines. Do NOT drive over or under downed lines.
If you find a power line that needs repairing please do the following:
- Stay away: Always stay as far away as possible from downed power lines. This includes staying away from anything that is touching the line, such as a tree, fence, or vehicle.
- Report it: Call 336-413-2018 to report it to The Town of Old Fort.
- Do not attempt to repair it or drive over or under it. If you have power at your house and you see lines dangling from a power pole in close proximity or if you see debris with lines entangled or lying close to the debris please do not attempt to remove. It’s likely these lines may be active. Please report it!
Stay safe, Old Fort!
Address/Location
McDowell County Emergency Management
129 Barnes Rd
Marion, NC 28752
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 828-652-3241