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Trained spotter reported 1.75 inches of rain in 20 minutes along with 50 mph or greater winds and power out at their home.
House and power pole damage were reported.
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A frontal boundary dropped southeast across Iowa during the day. The airmass was very unstable with surface dew point temperatures in the mid 70s F. over a large area. Thunderstorms erupted during the early afternoon hours along this boundary. They formed into a line and moved east-southeast across south central and southeast Iowa. Most of the storms remained below severe levels and only produced 40 to 50 MPH winds and pea to marble size hail. One cluster of thunderstorms became severe and moved across Lucas, Monroe, and Davis Counties. The storm produced gusty winds and widespread power outages in the towns of Chariton, Albia, and Bloomfield. One inch diameter hail fell in Chariton as well.
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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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Chariton, Iowa
| City | Chariton |
| County | Lucas |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 50049 |
Trained spotter reported whole trees, 4 to 6 inch branches, and power poles down on the north side of Chariton by the medical center.