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Several small trees were across roads. Power lines were blown down. The damage was mostly on or near Highway 1105 between Barlow and Oscar.
Part of a metal wall was damaged at a maintenance building. The roof was blown off a storage building at the city hall. Three power poles were snapped, which cut power to the city water plant. There was roof damage to a barn. A large tree fell on a home and two mobile homes. A carport landed up in a tree. There was minor roof damage on two homes and a carport. Several large trees were uprooted and snapped. Peak winds were estimated near 100 mph. The average path width was 65 yards.
Several roads and intersections were blocked by downed trees and power lines. Damage was reported at several locations around the county, including Barlow. Downed power lines started small fires.
Security lights were ripped off poles. Trailers were overturned. Numerous trees and power lines were blown down. A few houses were struck by falling trees. Many roads were blocked by debris. The damage was mostly from Barlow to the south side of LaCenter, including the Hinkleville area.
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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.
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Barlow, Kentucky
| City | Barlow |
| County | Ballard |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 42024 |
Tree limbs were blown down, causing power outages.