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Atkins Power Outages Caused by Weather
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Widespread straight-line winds that produced extensive damage were reported throughout Benton County, associated with a derecho. These winds lasted around an hour in total, even though the initial line of convection moved out fast. Damaging straight-line winds continued and were associated with the rear inflow jet. Maximum wind speeds were reported up to 80 mph for much of the county, with areas in central Benton County that had wind speed estimates from 120 mph wind or greater. The maximum measured unofficial wind gust was 126 mph in Atkins, IA. These estimates were determined based off damage surveys and photos submitted through social media. These strong winds extensively damaged most trees, powerlines, crops, and many structures in their path. This resulted in long duration power outages.
Broadcast Media reported shingles off of a house. Power lines were down and blocking Highway 30 between 218 and 21st Avenue causing traffic to be re-routed. The report was relayed by KWWL-TV.
A trained spotter reported tin everywhere, a grain bin in a field, power lines down and several trees 1 foot or greater in diameter uprooted.
Wind gusts estimated to be 70 mph blew down some trees and damaged a gas station in Atkins, IA at 6:30 pm June 8. The debris from the gas station was found in a nearby park. A power outage was also observed. This report was relayed by the National Weather Service Office in Des Moines, IA.
News
Hot summer could lead to rolling blackouts across midwest | Waverly Newspapers | communitynewspapergroup.com
While unlikely, rotating power outages for Waverly Utilities’ (WU) customers and other utilities across the Midwest is a possibility this summer.
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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.
Atkins, Iowa
| City | Atkins |
| County | Benton |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 52206 |
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