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Skies cleared and power mostly restored, after strong winds and heavy rain blanket eastern Mass. - The Boston Globe email Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments
The highest winds were recorded on Cape Cod, where they reached 81 miles per hour at Hatch Beach in Eastham, 64 miles per hour in Chatham, and 59 miles per hour in Woods Hole in Falmouth. On the South Shore, winds of 61 miles per hour were recorded at the Hull Yacht Club, and 56 miles per hour in Duxbury, the service said Friday evening.
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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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Charlemont, Massachusetts
| City | Charlemont |
| County | Franklin |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 01339 |