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Climate change in Pa.: More storm-driven power outages possible, analysis says - WHYY
As climate change increases the chance of severe storms, outages could become more frequent if utilities don’t act to harden the electric grid.
Over 900 impacted by downtown power outage | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com Open Navigation Close Navigation
UPDATE: Xcel Energy’s Electric Outage map estimates that power could potentially be restored by 10:15 p.m. Monday. AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — According to Xcel Energy’s Electric Outage Map, about 900 of its customers are being affected by power outages in downtown Amarillo. Information is limited, and the cause of the power outage is unknown. Xcel […]
Austin airport experiences power outage in terminal Open Navigation Close Navigation
Power was restored to Barbara Jordan Terminal at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport just before 8 a.m. Wednesday after travelers were left in the dark for two to three hours that morning.
Missoula Windstorm Knocks Out Power to Over 2,700 Homes
Crews responded immediately and most of those customers had service by 6:10 p.m.
Xcel Energy said power restored in downtown Amarillo | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com Open Navigation Close Navigation
Update (4:44 p.m.) Wes Reeves, the senior media relations representative for Xcel Energy, said in a statement that the power for all impacted customers from Friday’s outage has been restored. Update (2:17 p.m.) Officials from Xcel Energy said that a portion of customers impacted by the power outage lost power again at 12:47 p.m. after […]
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Officials in Gloucester are trying to determine what caused a 160-foot blade to fall off a 492-foot tall land-based wind turbine on Saturday night.
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Due to the power outage, CPISD offices will be closed the remainder of the day.
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.
Cross Plains, Texas
| City | Cross Plains |
| County | Callahan |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 76443 |
The Cross Plains fire department reported numerous trees down or uprooted. The largest tree was 28 inches in diameter and 30 feet long. Power lines were also down.