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Susan West, 73, remembered as longtime voice of NC fishers | Coastal Review
West, an author and advocate who organized a women’s auxiliary group to the North Carolina Fisheries Association, died unexpectedly Thursday at Outer Banks Hospital.
Rutgers wrestling media day: Answers to 5 burning questions as the 2022-2023 season begins - nj.com
Here are the answers to a lineup chock full of questions.
To prepare for new international threats, the Air Force is readying pilots for the unexpected | WUNC
The Air Force is revamping the way it trains pilots so they can better respond to potential challenges from countries like China and Russia.
PHOTOS: Power outages, cleanup continues as Triangle recovers from Ian | WUNC
Ian will continue to weaken near the North Carolina-Virginia border through late today, according to the 11 a.m. report from the National Hurricane Center.
Power restored to southern Hatteras Island and Ocracoke after Friday morning outage | Island Free Press
Shifting Sands: Carolina's Outer Banks Face a Precarious Future - Yale E360
Despite the risks of building on barrier islands, developers kept constructing homes on North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Now, as sea level rises and storms become more frequent and powerful, the famed vacation spot is fighting an increasingly difficult battle to keep from washing away.
Brief power outage scheduled for Tuesday morning in Avon and the Tri-villages | Island Free Press
Wind, rain and snow expected today in the Triad | wfmynews2.com
The storms are bringing heavy rain and wind ahead of possible wet snowfall Monday.
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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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Buxton, North Carolina
| City | Buxton |
| County | Dare |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 27920 |
Cape Hatteras Electric Coop reports trees down on Powerlines in Buxton.