Power Outage in Benton, MO

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Ameren Missouri
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SEMO Electric Cooperative
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Southwestern Electric Power Company
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Xcel Energy
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Ameren Illinois
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Benton Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

June 30, 2020 - Thunderstorm Wind

There were several reports of trees down across northern portions of the county, including the Benton and Scott City areas. Power outages were reported as well.

Scott City - Benton
June 21, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

Across the county, trees and power lines were down. Some of the trees were across roads. In the city of Chaffee, roofs were damaged and trees were down. Power outages were reported.

Chaffee - Benton
June 28, 2018 - Thunderstorm Wind

Power lines were down. Power outages were reported.

Benton - Benton
May 31, 2018 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trees were down in Benton, causing power outages. Two miles north of Blodgett, a tree was blown over the road on Highway H near County Road 506.

Benton - Blodgett
February 29, 2012 - Tornado

The tornado continued into Scott County from Stoddard County along Route 91 near the Whitewater River bridge. Empty grain bins and silos were destroyed. Irrigation pivots were turned over. Chicken houses were destroyed. There was siding and shingle damage to homes. Barns were damaged. Widespread tree and power line damage occurred along Highway 408 near the intersection of Highway 403. Peak winds were estimated near 90 mph.

Vanduser - Benton

News

MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CLOSING RAILROAD CROSSING ON HIGHWAY 41 IN COOPER COUNTY | KMMO - Marshall, MO

MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CLOSING RAILROAD CROSSING ON HIGHWAY 41 IN COOPER COUNTY

Nov 2, 2022

Power restored in Cape Girardeau Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

A power outage affecting more than 2,000 customers was reported in downtown Cape Girardeau shortly after 10 a.m. on Friday, October 7.

Oct 7, 2022

Power outages reported in the Heartland Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

Utility companies in southeast Missouri and southern Illinois report hundreds were without power Thursday morning.

Aug 4, 2022

Thousands without power in the Heartland; storm damage reported Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

Thousands of customers are without power as storms pushed through the Heartland Friday morning.

Jun 17, 2022

Damage and power outages from severe storm in Joplin | KSNF/KODE - FourStatesHomepage.com Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Details Close Details

A late-night severe thunderstorm caused damage to homes, businesses and trees inside the city limits of Joplin.

May 5, 2022

Law firm to evaluate Holly Springs utility Dept. after weeks of outages Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

A Mississippi law firm is going to bat for Benton County after community members have gone days without power due to a severe storm.

Apr 21, 2022

Over 200 residents experience power outage in Springfield, Mo Open Navigation Close Navigation

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Nearly 2,000 residents are waking up in the dark this morning due to power outages around the city. City Utility map is showing the outage is impacting customers west of 65 and Chestnut Expressway moving west to National Ave.

Mar 18, 2022

Winter storm brings ice, snow, power outages and flight cancellations - The Washington Post The Washington Post Comment on this story Wp ArrowRight GiftOutline Loading... Refresh

Storm, which unloaded heavy snow and ice from New Mexico to Maine, snarled traffic and cancelled thousands of flights.

Feb 4, 2022

Tracking power outages in the Local 6 area | | WPSD Local 6

WPSD Local 6 is tracking power outages across the area.

Dec 11, 2021

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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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Benton, Missouri

City Benton
County Scott
State Missouri (MO)
Country United States
Zip Codes 63736

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