Power Outage in Desha, AR

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Entergy
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First Electric Cooperative
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Craighead Electric Cooperative Corporation
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Desha Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

September 7, 2012 - Thunderstorm Wind

Numerous large trees were blown down. Two trees fell into houses and three fell on vehicles. A shop building was destroyed, with flying debris from the shop ending up against the house next door. Power lines, and cable and telephone lines were blown down. Two firefighters were injured during the clean-up process; these are counted as indirect injuries.

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May 20, 2001 - Thunderstorm Wind

Thunderstorm winds knocked down trees, power lines and caused roof damage to several buildings.

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News

Severe weather leaves thousands without power in Arkansas | KARK Open Navigation Close Navigation

Just over 5,000 Arkansas customers are without power after severe weather rolled through Arkansas Friday evening into Saturday.

Apr 16, 2022

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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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Desha, Arkansas

City Desha
County Independence
State Arkansas (AR)
Country United States
Zip Codes 72527

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