This severe weather event and its impact on FirstEnergy's (NYSE: FE) infrastructure is significant. The scale of the outages, affecting over 429,500 customers, is the most substantial since 1993. The company's response, mobilizing 3,050 line workers and 1,000 support personnel, demonstrates the magnitude of the restoration effort. The extended restoration timeline, with some areas potentially without power until August 14th, could lead to customer dissatisfaction and potential regulatory scrutiny. However, FirstEnergy's transparent communication and detailed restoration process may mitigate some reputational risks. The financial impact on FE will likely be material, considering the extensive damage and resources deployed, potentially affecting short-term earnings.