Power Outage in Blacksburg, SC

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Power outage in Blacksburg, South Carolina? Contact your local utility company.

Duke Energy
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(800) 769-3766 Report Online
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Broad River Electric Coopeartive
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(866) 266-7688
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Cherokee County Electric Cooperative Association
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(800) 992-4280 Report Online
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Gaffney Board of Public Works
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(864) 488-8800
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Georgia Power
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Blacksburg Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

February 28, 2011 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trees and power lines were blown down in areas from Holly Grove Rd and Foster Lake Rd north of Blacksburg, east to the Antioch community, including Ballfield Rd.

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August 15, 2008 - Thunderstorm Wind

Power lines were blown down on Eaglewood Rd and 2 trees were downed, blocking a lane of traffic, on Martin Hills Rd.

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July 15, 2006 - Thunderstorm Wind

Several trees and power lines down on East Pine St.

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June 15, 2001 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trees and power lines down from Blacksburg to Cashion Crossroads.

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News

Thousands of customers without internet after Comcast outage hits Charleston area | News | postandcourier.com

Customers with Xfinity, Comcast's brand for internet, TV and home phone services, noticed their Wi-Fi go down the morning of July 25.

Jul 26, 2022

NWS Blacksburg radar site down due to power supply Open Navigation Close Navigation

The National Weather Service (NWS) Blacksburg radar site went down Friday morning.

Jun 17, 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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Blacksburg, South Carolina

City Blacksburg
County Cherokee
State South Carolina (SC)
Country United States
Zip Codes 29702

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