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Power poles blown down on State Highway 305 between State Highway 15 and County Road L. This resulted in a temporary closure of State Highway 305.
The tornado developed over open country about eight miles south of Darrouzett and traveled northeast and then north for about eight miles. The tornado crossed Uncle Sam Road just west of State Highway 305 and then near the intersection of County Road J and U.S. Highway 305. Severe damage was reported to recently built barns of which the contents were vacated and relocated downstream...damage to many power poles...trees...outbuildings...and a four thousand pound combine...which was lifted over a fence. No injuries were reported. The tornado dissipated at 2226 CST about four miles southeast of Darrouzett just south of where County Road 17 ends...or just southeast of the intersection of State Highway 305 and State Highway 15.
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The wintry weather conditions have resulted in power outages across the Texas Panhandle.
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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.
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.
Darrouzett, Texas
| City | Darrouzett |
| County | Lipscomb |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 79024 |
A discrete thunderstorm moved into Lipscomb County from the north-northwest. As it moved across the county it briefly intensified as it moved near the town of Darrouzett (Lipscomb County), before collapsing. As it collapsed, it produced a downburst that blew down 10 power poles 5 miles west of the city. This caused power outages in Darrouzett, Follett, Higgins, and Booker (Lipscomb County) that lasted well into the afternoon hours of the 19th as reported by Xcel Energy.