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Law enforcement officials reported 20 buildings were damaged and around 40 trees and numerous power lines downed by a thunderstorm microburst with wind gusts estimated at 70 mph (61 knots) along a 2 mile-long, 1/4 to 1/2 mile-wide path through the City of Delavan.
Local newspapers reported trees and power lines down in and around the town of Delavan due to damaging thunderstorm wind gusts estimated at 70 knots (80 mph). The severe wind gusts felled 40 trees and damaged roofs and gutters on buildings at Lake Lawn Resort on the northeast side of Delavan Lake.
Powerful thunderstorm winds pushed over several large trees. Roof damage was inflicted on some buildings, but the extent is unknown.
Numerous trees and power lines were blown down by thunderstorm wind gusts. The gusts were measured to 74 mph, with sustained winds of 59 mph, on weather equipment owned by a ham radio operator near Delavan. A television meteorologist estimated wind gusts in Lake Geneva of 52 knots.
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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.
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Delavan, Wisconsin
| City | Delavan |
| County | Walworth |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 53115 |
A line of severe thunderstorms resulted in 6 trees downed, 52 large tree limbs down, 17 power lines down with some on fire.