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Confirmed tornado damages 16 homes in Goochland County, power outages continue | WRIC ABC 8News Open Navigation Close Navigation
The preliminary storm report by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Wakefield shows a tornado likely occurred at 7:47 p.m. northwest of Irwin. Survey shows widespread, uprooted and snapped trees on Rock Castle and Old Stage Roads. Sixteen homes were damages with widespread power outages. NWS estimates a width of 100 yards with a wind speed of 90 miles per hour.
Tower Road bridge planned for fall after heavy rains washed away part of road
TOUTLE — Public works staff plan to install a temporary bridge by this fall at the Tower Road/Rock Creek washout near Toutle.
Colorado Springs weather updates: Sub-freezing temps expected overnight | Weather | gazette.com
A late season winter-snowstorm rocked the Centennial State, dropped up to 16 inches of snow in some parts of the Pikes Peak region. Read the latest here.
Burying some power lines option for Cowlitz PUD customers, as locals prepare for next storm
Last week’s power outages in Cowlitz County were partially caused by damaged high-voltage power lines most utilities do not place underground due to high prices, officials say.
Unseasonal snow knocks out power for thousands of Cowlitz County residents, closes schools
Days after temperatures hit 80 degrees, Cowlitz County residents woke up to snow Monday morning, the latest measurable accumulation on record.
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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.
Castle Rock, Washington
| City | Castle Rock |
| County | Cowlitz |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 98611 |