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Belmont Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

May 31, 2002 - Thunderstorm Wind

Thunderstorm wind downed several large trees and power lines.

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AEP Ohio: Power restored to most customers in Belmont County | WTRF Open Navigation Close Navigation

UPDATE: July 28, 2022 8:51 p.m. AEP Ohio spokesman Michael Lascola confirms that power is now restored to the majority of homes affected by Thursday evening’s power outage. He says there are now only 40 customers without power in Belmont County, down from a high of nearly 3,300 earlier. Lascola says the cause of the […]

Jul 28, 2022

Eastern Mass. communities face power outages amid brutal heat - The Boston Globe email Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments

More than 12,300 electric customers were without power as of 11:02 p.m. Wednesday, according to the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency’s outage map. Eversource crews were working to restore power for thousands of customers in Acton and Falmouth.

Jul 20, 2022

Ohio will give more SNAP (food stamps) money to families that lost power | WTRF Open Navigation Close Navigation

If you lost power during last week’s storms in Ohio you could receive replacement Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The Ohio Association of Foodbanks posted on their Facebook page that if you get SNAP & lose power for four consecutive hours or more, you have 10 days to request replacement benefits. The Facebook post […]

Jun 20, 2022

AEP allows you to file a claim over spoiled food, hotel stays, more | WTRF Open Navigation Close Navigation

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Strong winds, thunderstorms and high temperatures became a combination that left many without electricity for days. If you had food go bad, lost wages at your job or had to stay in a hotel because of an extended outage, AEP has an online portal to file a claim. It’s not a […]

Jun 16, 2022

More storms, power outages impact Eastern Ohio | News, Sports, Jobs - The Times Leader

BELMONT -- Early evening storms blew through the area Thursday, bringing down more trees and limbs and knocking out more power. Belmont County Emergency Manag

Jun 16, 2022

Storm leads to road closures, power outages in Bridgeport | News, Sports, Jobs - The Times Leader

By CARRI GRAHAM Times Leader Staff Writer BRIDGEPORT — Falling trees blocked roads and struck homes and vehicles, leaving thousands of residents without p

Jun 15, 2022

List of places closed in Wheeling due to outages | WTRF Open Navigation Close Navigation

Advanced Dentistry in Elm Grove City of Wheeling offices Bridge Tavern & Grill Centre Market Catholic Charities (No meal delivery) Elm grove animal hospital Elm grove animal hospital FeltonCPA Goodwin Foot and Ankle Center  Just Smiles-Dr. Joy Harr Pizza Hut Elm Grove Steele Pediatric Dentistry in Elm Grove Wheeling Park Pool/ Day Camp Wheeling Coffee […]

Jun 14, 2022

State of emergency is declared as power outage wreaks havoc | WTRF Open Navigation Close Navigation

WHEELING. W.Va. (WTRF) — Ohio County EMA Director Lou Vargo says it’s not often that we get hurricane force winds, 60 to 80 miles an hour, tearing trees out of the ground, and wreaking havoc on power lines. With trees and power lines down, caution tape is up. Wheeling Police Department Chief Shawn Schwertfeger says, “If we’ve closed a roadway, it’s because of […]

Jun 14, 2022

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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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Belmont, Ohio

City Belmont
County Belmont
State Ohio (OH)
Country United States
Zip Codes 43718

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