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Lightning strikes caused fires and power outages.
A trailer roof was blown off and three power lines were downed. Half of the residents of Cortez were without power for over an hour.
The Long Mesa fire began the end of July and was caused by lightning. The fire was contained on the 4th of August after it consumed 2,601 acres of mixed trees and shrubs in Mesa Verde National Park. A total of seven structures were destroyed, including two houses. A water tank, sewage treatment plant, power and phone lines were also destroyed. One wall of the Cedar Tree Tower archaeological site was scorched. The cost of fighting the fire was 1.3 million dollars.
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Power outage hits Montezuma County Sheriff’s Office and courthouse – The Journal
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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.
Cortez, Colorado
| City | Cortez |
| County | Montezuma |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 81321 |
A power pole was struck by lightning and started on fire.