Power Outage in Calexico, CA

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Calexico Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

August 10, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

A tree fell in the area of Sterling Court and Rockwood Avenue due to strong winds. The tree reportedly fell through a fence and took down a power pole. Wind gusts estimated around 45-50 mph based on area weather stations and radar. Timing estimated from radar. No injuries were reported.

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September 8, 2017 - Thunderstorm Wind

Very strong thunderstorms developed across the higher terrain of northern Baja during the early afternoon hours, and then moved north into south-central Imperial County. Some of the storms generated gusty and damaging microburst winds estimated to be as high as 70 mph. According to a local emergency manager, at 1300PST gusty winds blew down 20 to 23 power poles along Carr Road, approximately 4 miles east of the town of Calexico and just north of the Mexican border. This caused the road to become closed from California Highway 7 to Barbara Worth Road.

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July 7, 2011 - Thunderstorm Wind

A thunderstorm with damaging microburst winds moved through the community of Calexico during the late afternoon on July 7th. As reported by law enforcement personnel, wind gusts estimated to be at least 60 knots toppled at least 6 power poles. The winds also knocked over several trees in central Calexico. In addition, heavy rain associated with the thunderstorm caused street flooding in town.

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News

IID works to restore power after storm downs poles near Winterhaven, Bard | Local News | thedesertreview.com

WINTERHAVEN — Imperial Irrigation District crews have been working around the clock to restore electrical service to IID customers in eastern Imperial County after a powerful windstorm took down 68

Aug 12, 2022

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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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Calexico, California

City Calexico
County Imperial
State California (CA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 92231, 92232

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