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Bridgewater Power Outages Caused by Weather
Events
Thunderstorm winds, including a gustnado, caused damage to trrees and power lines, damaged grain bins and farm buildings, destroyed a pig barn, and damaged farm equipment.
Thunderstorm winds caused widespread tree damage, and also blew down power lines.
Thunderstorm winds blew down power lines and caused tree damage. The amount of damage was not known.
News
Power outages still in effect for 11,000 in eastern South Dakota
At least 11,000 people are still without power after a storm wreaked havoc on eastern South Dakota Thursday night
Power outages from severe weather, high winds around Sioux Falls
Strong storms are resulting in power outages for thousands throughout southeastern South Dakota
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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.
Bridgewater, South Dakota
City | Bridgewater |
County | McCook |
State | South Dakota (SD) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 57319 |
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I have been without power for over 2 hrs no tv no fridge no phone
I’ve had no phone, internet or TV since Sunday evening, Aug. 18. Please help! 103 Wayside Dr. Bridgewater, Va. Thank you