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Carolinas could see more snow after weekend winter storm | wcnc.com
First Warn forecaster Larry Sprinkle is tracking the threat of possible snow showers in the Charlotte region after a winter storm dumped sleet & ice on Sunday.
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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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Bolton, North Carolina
| City | Bolton |
| County | Columbus |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 28423 |
A National Weather Service Storm Survey team concluded an EF-1 tornado touched down on the north side of Highway 74, initially snapping approximately 100 pine trees. The tornado, with winds estimated to 105 mph then moved southeast and crossed Highway 74 causing significant structural damage to a single wide mobile home and adjacent buildings. Numerous large pine trees were snapped in the vicinity as well. One occupant in the home when the tornado struck quickly found cover and was unharmed. The tornado then snapped large pine trees as it moved through forest. Some of these fallen trees blocked Robinson Road. Additional trees were snapped and large limbs broken as the tornado crossed Spearman Road and several power lines were down in the area. Damage became less severe as the tornado approached Byrdville-Freeman Road and it appears the tornado briefly lifted before touching down again along Swimming Hole Road. Several large pine trees and cedar trees were snapped. A few large hardwoods were also uprooted before the tornado lifted near the intersection of Dogwood Stand Road and JM Bordeaux Lane.