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Alton Power Outages Caused by Weather
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One power pole was snapped due to thunderstorm wind gusts estimated around 70 MPH. Severe wind gusts directly preceded the rain, as it blew all loose vegetation out of the pastures into the north-south oriented fences.
Wind gusts estimated at 70 MPH resulted in a few snapped power poles.
Several power poles and tree limbs were damaged in the area due to the 75 mph. Power was lost for several hours.
Wind gusts estimated at 60 MPH knocked down numerous small tree limbs, causing power outages.
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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.
Alton, Kansas
| City | Alton |
| County | Osborne |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 67623 |
What is up they butchered the trees in our area and still out since Tuesday
the power is out AGAIN on Brandon Chapel Rd in Alton Va.. Any idea when the power will come back on /