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Southern Public Power District
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(800) 579-3019
Twin Valleys Public Power Dist
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(800) 658-4266
Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation
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Kentucky flooding Thurday updates: Several deaths reported
Flooding overnight in Eastern Kentucky left many homes devastated by water and several local streets underwater.
Jul 28, 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.
Benham, Kentucky
| City | Benham |
| County | Harlan |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 40807 |