The path of Severe Tropical Storm "Rai". (PAGASA infographic) DUMAGUETE CITY - The Negros Oriental Electric Cooperative II (NORECO II) on Tuesday advised its customers to prepare for Severe Tropical Storm Rai that will be named "Odette" once inside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR), as the weather forecast shows Negros Oriental is right in its path. In a media release, Sharon Araula, NORECO II information officer, said "because the distribution lines are overhead and exposed to the elements of nature, strong wind and torrential rain can cause power outages in our coverage area". She urged the people to have backup power such as generator if possible, prepare emergency lights and flashlights, charge mobile phones and stock up on food and water. Araula said NORECO II would not conduct any power restoration at the height of the storm as a safety precaution. Residents were also asked to unplug appliances and switch off main breakers in the event of a