Power Outage in Wauchula, FL

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Wauchula Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

November 10, 2022 - Tropical Storm

In Hardee County, maximum winds were estimated between 30 and 40 mph in gusts. Rainfall estimates generally ranged from 1 to 3 inches. Approximately 100 customers experienced power outages.

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April 4, 2022 - Tornado

Law enforcement relayed web cam capture of small, short-lived rope tornado. Power lines reported down in the area.

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February 6, 2020 - Strong Wind

Several power poles were snapped from strong gradient winds near the intersection of FL-62 and FL-37. The poles were installed incorrectly.

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September 10, 2017 - Tornado

Roof damage and downed power poles were found in Wauchula along US Highway 17. An NWS storm survey crew had difficulty differentiating tornado damage from the surrounding hurricane damage, but given that the initial damage report was received well before the tropical storm and hurricane force winds arrived, it was determined that a brief tornado more than likely touched down. Time was estimated from radar.

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September 10, 2017 - Hurricane

In Hardee County, the highest wind reported from Hurricane Irma was a gust to 69 knots at the Hardee County Emergency Operations Center in Wauchula. Rainfall was generally around 6 inches or greater, with the highest rain total being 10.58 inches at a mesonet station in Zolfo Springs. The wind resulted in damage to numerous homes, as well as knocking over trees and power lines. Hardee County Emergency Management reported that 10 homes or businesses were destroyed by Irma, 20 sustained major damage, 71 had minor damage, and an additional 59 were affected.||Additional damage occurred due to the high rain totals causing flooding on the Peace River. An EF-1 tornado was also found to have briefly touched down in Wauchula along US Highway 17 causing roof and power pole damage.||The total property damage from Hardee County was estimated at $3.32 million, of which, $1.64 million was estimated to be caused by wind damage. Additionally, crop damage to citrus plants in Hardee County was roughly estimated at $57.5 million.

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News

After Ian: Updates for Tuesday, Oct. 18

Information we receive about important recovery efforts, relief hotlines and more will be posted here.

Oct 18, 2022

Historic flooding hinders recovery efforts in rural Florida counties | WUSF Public Media

In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, swaths of standing water are creating access issues in rural Highlands, Hardee and DeSoto counties.

Oct 7, 2022

Hardee County residents deal with flooding, power outages from Hurricane Ian

In Hardee County, people are dealing with devastating flooding that’s left some roads impassable on top of continued power outages. Still, families are finding a way through the recovery process.

Oct 3, 2022

Hardee County gets help from Oregon with Hurricane Ian relief | WUSF Public Media

Oregon’s Fire Marshal Incident Management Team traveled the farthest, with three others from Virginia, Ohio and New York, to assist in search and rescue missions as well as restoring power to Hardee County.

Oct 1, 2022

Florida linemen working 24/7; Hardee County is 99% without power — highest among all 67 counties

Linemen are working overtime to restore electricity to those impacted by Hurricane Ian. Hardee County has the highest number of power outages – 99%.

Sep 30, 2022

How to apply for FEMA assistance: 13 Florida counties qualify for aid after Hurricane Ian

Those living in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Hardee, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Orange, Osceola, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota, and Seminole counties qualify for federal aid.

Sep 30, 2022

NHC warns of record river flooding in Tampa Bay area as residents begin cleanup from Hurricane Ian damage

While residents in parts of the Tampa Bay area feel spared by the worst of Hurricane Ian, many will be without power and cleaning up debris for days due to strong winds during the storm. However, the National Hurricane Center warned that central Florida still faces a significant threat of flooding due to the devastating storm. 

Sep 29, 2022

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Power Outage FAQs

What is Power Outage?

Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.

What Causes Power Outages?

  • Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.

What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?

  • Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
  • Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
  • Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
  • Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.

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Wauchula, Florida

City Wauchula
County Hardee
State Florida (FL)
Country United States
Zip Codes 33873

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