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The City of Covington Fire and Rescue Department reported that several trees were down across the city, some of which fell on homes and power lines. Some homes in Covington also reported losing shingles from the strong winds.
Thunderstorm winds blew down numerous trees and some power lines. A church roof was severely damaged, and a portion of the roof at the high school and at a hotel were peeled off by the winds. Several vehicles were damaged when trees blew onto them, and some homes were damaged by falling trees. Damage values are estimated.
News
The Covington mill planned maintenance outage scheduled for Oct. 1, 2022 - The Virginian Review
Less muggy conditions as cold front arrives in DC area following wet commute - WTOP News
It was a slick afternoon commute for many drivers Tuesday night as storms rumbled through the D.C. region. Here’s what you need to know.
Power outages, downed trees as storms blitz DC region - WTOP News
A hot, humid Tuesday ended with severe thunderstorms across the D.C. area. Here’s what you need to know.
Power outages, ‘catastrophic’ damage after Northern Va. storms - WTOP News
Thousands of power customers across Northern Virginia are waking up without electricity after severe storms swept the region.
UPDATED: Power restored to Appalachian Power customers in Roanoke
The utility reported on its outage map at 3 p.m. that 3,293 customers were experiencing outages in the area of Peters Creek Road and Cove Road.
Thursday storms brought brief flooding, damaging winds, hail and power outages to DC region - WTOP News
Strong thunderstorms are moving through the D.C. region, posing a risk of damaging winds and small hail through Thursday evening.
Thousands in Virginia still without power - WTOP News
Thousands of Virginians remain without power Monday morning after a storm thundered its way through the area Sunday night.
Flood warnings, power outages remain after severe thunderstorms pass through DC - WTOP News
Strong thunderstorms are in Sunday evening’s forecast, capping off an unusually hot and humid spring weekend for the D.C. region. See the latest forecast.
It’s back: More snow in the forecast for the DC region - WTOP News
Roads could be a little icy Wednesday morning. Expect to see more snow and ice melting Wednesday in D.C. as afternoon temperatures climb into the 40s.
Traffic jams and power outages marked DC area ahead of nightly freeze - WTOP News
The snow has left the D.C. region, but hundreds are still stuck in hellacious commutes on major and side roads while thousands of others are dealing with power outages.
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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.
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- 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;
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Covington, Virginia
| City | Covington |
| County | Covington |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 24426 |
What is the ETA of power being restored on 29th avenue and Taylor? Trucking were working on 28th and Tyler but apparently moved to another area.
has electricity been restored to walnut st. in covington, 70433
No power on Silverthorne Lane in Covington Do you know when power will be restored?
Was Reagan Crossing Apartment affect by Hurricane. Does Reagan Crossing Apartment have electricity .
My power constantly goes out. But the main hwy which is a block away never does!!! Why am I and my neighbors the first and the last to get our power restored. But all the businesses in hwy 90 alwasy powered up right away?