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A 1-2 mile swath of strong straight-line winds moved across northern Scott County and into western Jefferson County, damaging buildings and toppling trees. |Much of the roof of one home northeast of Austin was blown off, and several others sustained significant siding and roof damage. Local media reported a 5 inch diameter branch fell through a roof home. Numerous metal outbuildings were also damaged or destroyed. ||Between this area and another to the south of Scottsburg which included an EF-1 tornado, the Scott Emergency Manager reported that at least 15 homes were severely damaged by severe thunderstorm winds. Within the county, the winds and tornado resulted in approximately 23 minor injuries. There were numerous trees and power lines down which resulted in the closure of seven roadways across the county.
Scott County law enforcement reported trees and power lines down just east of Austin.
Trees and power lines were downed.
Numerous trees and power lines were downed.
Trees and power lines were downed at Hardy Lake.
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Most Floridians got power back quickly after Ian. But for some the wait has just begun. - The Washington Post Comment on this story GiftOutline Loading... Loading...
Two weeks after Hurricane Ian, Florida utility operators report only a few thousand customers remain without power. Hard-hit areas like Fort Myers Beach will nonetheless be tough to repair.
Investigating the Texas Blackout | FRONTLINE Investigating the Texas Blackout | FRONTLINE | PBS | Official Site close
FRONTLINE’s Local Journalism Initiative partner, the Texas Newsroom, and Austin public radio station KUT examine the aftermath of the Texas blackout of February 2021.
Power outage at Austin airport leads to flight delays Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
An early morning power outage Wednesday at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport caused flight delays that continued even after electricity was restored.
People in West Michigan endure second day in extreme heat without power | WWMT
For the second day in a row, people in West Michigan woke up without power and without air conditioning. Severe storms swept through the area Monday night knocking down trees and power lines. The storm came in just before temperatures peaked dangerously high Tuesday and Wednesday. Van Buren county was one of the hardest hit areas. Severe storms:Van Buren County residents brave heat to clean up storm damage. Crews worked to clear trees from roadways and restore power. As of 1 p. m.
Power sector warns of blackouts as demand clashes with traditional plant retirements | Washington Examiner
Officials and grid operators across the country are warning of high prices and possible blackouts throughout the summer when peak electricity demand runs up against generating capacity constraints.
Thousands of Austin residents experience power outage during spring heat wave | Fox Business
Thousands of Austin residents were left without power for several hours over the weekend during a mid-spring heat wave in the latest sign that the Texas' capital is struggling to keep up with surging population growth.
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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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Austin, Indiana
| City | Austin |
| County | Scott |
| State | Indiana (IN) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 47102 |
Power been out since 120 pm today. Power needs to be restored insulin must remain at cool temp. How long before service is restored.
The Clairmont Retirement Community's resident need power. Some on oxygen. Power out since 130 pm. Help us get power restored
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