Power Outage in Cheraw, SC

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Duke Energy
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Lynches River Electric Cooperative Inc
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(843) 675-5732
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Dominion Energy
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Southside Electric Cooperative
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(866) 878-5514 Report Online
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Pee Dee Electric Cooperative
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(866) 747-0060
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Cheraw Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

January 16, 2022 - Ice Storm

Reports of ice accumulations of around 0.25 inches were received across the county, with a few higher amounts up to 0.5 inches reported near Jefferson and south of Pageland, also confirmed by photos sent via social media. Several reports of downed trees, tree limbs, and power lines were received across the county.

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July 28, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

A tree fell onto an apartment complex on Basin St. in Cheraw. Extent of damage unknown. Two power lines downed on Four Mile Loop Rd. Power lines down on US Hwy 52 near Cheraw. Time estimated.

Cheraw Muni Arpt - Thompson
July 28, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

A tree fell onto an apartment complex on Basin St. in Cheraw. Extent of damage unknown. Two power lines downed on Four Mile Loop Rd. Power lines down on US Hwy 52 near Cheraw. Time estimated.

Cheraw Muni Arpt - Thompson
April 13, 2020 - Thunderstorm Wind

Chesterfield Co dispatch reported numerous trees and power lines down throughout the county, including along Hwy 102, Hwy 145, and SC 9, in addition to several other side roads. Time estimated.

Ruby - Cheraw
September 14, 2018 - Tropical Storm

Chapman St in Chesterfield closed between Lucas St and Vine St due to downed power lines.

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Episodes

August 11, 2015

Scattered thunderstorms produced some wind damage in Chesterfield and Clarendon counties, mainly taking down trees and some power lines.

May 15, 2014

Isolated severe thunderstorms produced some wind damage in the eastern Midlands and upper Pee Dee taking down some trees and powerlines.

June 27, 2013

A few thunderstorms over the upper Pee Dee and eastern CSRA produced damaging winds that took down trees and powerlines.

February 23, 2012

A thunderstorm moved across southern Chesterfield County and took down some trees and powerlines.

News

Little damage in Marion County as Hurricane Ian makes landfall

MARION, S.C. – Marion County was spared little damage as clean-up crews worked through Saturday morning in Mullins and Marion. Most power outages were restored within 24 hours.

Oct 2, 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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Cheraw, South Carolina

City Cheraw
County Chesterfield
State South Carolina (SC)
Country United States
Zip Codes 29520

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