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Damaging winds embedded within a line of thunderstorms downed several large trees and power poles, displaced a 40 pound iron gate 40 yards, and caused minor structural damage. 500 people were without electricity after a tree took out an electric substation.
High winds downed some trees, branches, and power poles in Clark along with causing scattered roof damage.
Seventy mph winds downed many branches and trees in Clark and also took the roof off of a mobile home. The power was also knocked out for several hours.
Eighty mph winds brought down several trees and limbs and snapped off some power poles.
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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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Clark, South Dakota
| City | Clark |
| County | Clark |
| State | South Dakota (SD) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 57225 |
Estimated 80 mph winds downed multiple trees and power lines. A grain bin was destroyed and a roof was torn off a building as well.