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Power poles and power lines were damaged in Arapahoe. A power line was laying across the junction of Highways 34 and 283. Tree limbs with diameters of 6 to 8 inches were downed. Wind gust of 73 mph was measured at the north side of Arapahoe at this time.
Minor shingle and roof damage was reported in Arapahoe, as well as a few large tree branches being downed. Area power poles were damaged and a hay barn was damaged. Wind gust estimated from other area reports.
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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.
Arapahoe, Nebraska
| City | Arapahoe |
| County | Furnas |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 68922 |
Wind gusts estimated to be near 85 MPH resulted in damage in the Arapahoe area. There was significant tree damage in the area, with several large trees uprooted. South of town, several power poles were broken, and concrete markers were knocked over at the golf course.