Power Outage in Clifton Forge, VA

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Dominion Energy
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BlueRidge Energy
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BARC Electric Cooperative
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Craig-Botetourt Rural Electric Cooperative
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Clifton Forge Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

June 17, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

Numerous trees and power lines were downed by thunderstorm winds in the county. Near Iron Gate, one tree fell onto a garage and damaged a vehicle.

Clifton Forge City - Iron Gate
May 4, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

Thunderstorm winds blew three trees down and was accompanied by a power outage. Damage values are estimated.

Lowmoor - Lowmoor
February 18, 2021 - Winter Storm

Skywarn-trained weather spotters and members of the general public observed ice accumulations from freezing rain ranging from 0.15 to 0.25 inches in thickness across portions of Alleghany County, including around the communities of Jordan Mines, Hollins, Callaghan and Carloover. Sleet accumulations of 1 to 1.5 inches were also observed in these same communities. Key impacts: power outages; hazardous travel conditions; tree damage; schools closed.

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October 31, 2019 - High Wind

High winds blew down eight trees and numerous power lines across the county.

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May 29, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

Thunderstorm winds blew down multiple trees and power lines near Potts Creek.

Potts Creek - Potts Creek

Episodes

December 1, 2004

High winds downed several large trees along Cooper Lane in Pembroke...along Old Wolf Creek northeast Newport and much of Giles county. High winds downed numerous trees across power line across Grayson and Bath counties. Numerous power outages were reported from Troutdale to the Mouth of Wilson. Departments of Highways reported numerous large trees down across Craig and Alleghany Counties. High winds created widespread damage near Virginia Mineral Springs.

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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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Clifton Forge, Virginia

City Clifton Forge
County Alleghany
State Virginia (VA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 24422

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