Power Outage in Buchanan, VA

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Dominion Energy
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AppalachianPower
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Craig-Botetourt Rural Electric Cooperative
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Buchanan Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

July 12, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

Thunderstorm winds blew down two trees and a few powerlines.

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July 17, 2010 - Thunderstorm Wind

A tree was blown down across a power line in Buchanan.

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News

Greensboro neighborhood dealing with power outages after storm | FOX8 WGHP Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal

GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Some people living in the Hamilton Forest neighborhood in Greensboro were without electricity and running water for nearly 72 hours. Around two dozen Duke Energy lineworkers restored the power in the community Monday afternoon. “We lose power very quickly, and it takes a while to get it back,” said Richard Ranieri, […]

Oct 3, 2022

Appalachian Power map: Hundreds of customer outages reported Monday | WJHL | Tri-Cities News & Weather Open Navigation Close Navigation

KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — Appalachian Power on Monday morning reported hundreds of customer outages throughout multiple communities in Sullivan and Hawkins counties following a storm Sunday night. According to an area outage map, there are 1,239 customer outages total in Northeast Tennessee communities — many cited to be due to “tree contact.” Hundreds of customer […]

Sep 26, 2022

One hospitalized after rollover crash caused power outage | Public Safety | newspressnow.com

One person was sent to Mosaic Life Care after a single-vehicle rollover crash that caused a small power outage Thursday afternoon.

Sep 22, 2022

Less muggy conditions as cold front arrives in DC area following wet commute - WTOP News

It was a slick afternoon commute for many drivers Tuesday night as storms rumbled through the D.C. region. Here’s what you need to know.

Aug 30, 2022

‘Tree contact’ caused power outage for hundreds in Abingdon | WJHL | Tri-Cities News & Weather Open Navigation Close Navigation

ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL) – Hundreds were without power in Abingdon Monday morning, according to Appalachian Power. The Appalachian Power Outage Map reported that as of 11:19 a.m., 902 customers were without power on the north side of Abingdon. As of 11:56 a.m., only 13 customers lacked power in the area. The map states that the […]

Jul 18, 2022

More Than 40 Unaccounted For After Flood Hits Southwest Virginia

Local roads were closed to the public while the Virginia Department of Emergency Management responded to flooding and power outages.

Jul 13, 2022

Widespread tree damage, thousands still without power after Tuesday storms - WTOP News

The D.C. region is picking up the pieces after thunderstorms brought destructive wind gusts Tuesday evening, downing trees, severing power lines and leaving tens of thousands in the dark through the overnight hours.

Jul 13, 2022

1,200 Entergy customers in Baton Rouge impacted by planned power outage Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

At least 1,200 Entergy customers were impacted by a planned power outage following a car crash in Baton Rouge on Friday, June 24.

Jun 24, 2022

Power outages, ‘catastrophic’ damage after Northern Va. storms - WTOP News

Thousands of power customers across Northern Virginia are waking up without electricity after severe storms swept the region.

Jun 23, 2022

Power Outages June 18 Open Navigation Close Navigation

Thousands of Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee residents were without electricity Saturday morning, according to Appalachian Power's outage map.

Jun 18, 2022

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YES No power on 1466 Parkway Drive in Buchanan at least 4 homes without power. Power has been out since 6:30 pm

Thomas Ryan | May 07, 2022  

Power outage on Lithia Road . Nearest road is Rice Road.

Kathy Rosendale | August 15, 2020  

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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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Buchanan, Virginia

City Buchanan
County Botetourt
State Virginia (VA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 24066

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