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Brooklyn Power Outages Caused by Weather
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Thunderstorm winds downed numerous trees and power lines, caused sporadic power outages, and damaged several structures. A barn was damaged on State Highway 134, a few trees were across power lines on County Road 474, a bank building sustained roof damage in Kinston, and several reports of barn and roof damage on State Highway 189 between Perry Store community and Kinston.
Thunderstorm winds produced structural damage and blew trees and power lines down along County Road 798 near Holly Pond.
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Power Outage closes school at Dothan Early Education Center | WDHN - wdhn.com Open Navigation Close Navigation
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — This morning a power outage was reported at Dothan City Schools Central Office and the Early Education Center. As a result, the Early Education Center will not be hosting classes today and school is cancelled. This only impacts the Early Education Center, all other schools will be in session today. And […]
Bryant High and Booth Elementary in Mobile County close early due to power outages | WKRG Open Navigation Close Navigation
According to posts made by Alma Bryant High School and Anna F. Booth Middle School on Facebook, both schools sent their students home early due to a power outage.
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Officials with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency has confirmed a one-car crash has caused a road closure in Wilmer.
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Dump truck topples power lines causing outages in Auburn | WRBL Open Navigation Close Navigation
AUBURN, Ala. (WRBL) – A dump truck has crashed into two power poles and ripped down powerlines near the Publix Super Market at Hamilton Place along Moores Mill Road in Auburn. We are unsure if anyone was injured. The incident happened around 11:00 AM Thursday. Traffic is quickly backing up as first responders are on […]
COLUMBUS: Power outages in the area | WRBL Open Navigation Close Navigation
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Columbus, Georgia is facing a number of power outages as storms continue to pass through the area. According to Georgia Power, 3,213 customers are being affected by 25 outages as of about 4:15 p.m. 726 customers are affected in the area of Flat Rock Park, towards the intersection of Manchester Expressway […]
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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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Brooklyn, Alabama
City | Brooklyn |
County | Conecuh |
State | Alabama (AL) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 36429 |
Power still out at Purvis and dearmyer 12:20 pm
I have reduced power at my home 123 W Hilltop Rd Brooklyn Park MD MOST LIGHTS-ARE OFF AND THOSE THAT WILL LIGHT ARE AT MINIMUM POWER. Please advise...
I live in Brooklyn Homes and I woke up this morning at 7:30am and my power was out. It's still out now 5 hrs later.