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A large tree fell into power lines, which blocked the Pennyrile Parkway at mile marker 25.
This EF-2 tornado touched down just east of the Trigg County line, then moved east-northeast across Highway 91. The tornado continued east-northeast across the Pennyrile Parkway just south of Crofton. The average path width was 100 yards. The tornado path was through farmland interspersed with woodlands. Sixteen barns were destroyed. Ten other barns sustained minor to moderate damage. Two homes sustained moderate damage. Ten tractors or farm implements were damaged. One farmer near Crofton estimated damage was near one-half million dollars just at his farm alone. Nearly 500 utility customers were without power after the tornado. The highest estimated wind speeds of 115 mph were at a farm on Highway 91, where a two-ton truck was overturned.
Trees and power lines were blown down.
Large tree limbs were blown across power lines in northern parts of the county.
News
More Than 1,600+ Without Power In Trigg, Lyon County | WKDZ Radio
More Than 1,600+ Without Power In Trigg, Lyon County
Restoration Of Utilities Continues To Progress | WKDZ Radio
Restoration Of Utilities Continues To Progress
Kentucky tornadoes cause widespread power outages | whas11.com
More than 17,000 LG&E customers are without power this morning after deadly storms struck the Bluegrass state Friday night.
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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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Crofton, Kentucky
| City | Crofton |
| County | Christian |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 42217 |
Trees and power lines were down. A pole barn metal roof was partially peeled off.