Power Outage in Dexter, KY

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West Kentucky Rural Electric
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Murray Electric System
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Dexter Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

December 31, 2018 - Thunderstorm Wind

Downed trees were reported in Murray and on the north side of Calloway County. A tree blocked Highway 1824 near Almo. Scattered power outages were reported in Murray and the north side of the county. A wind gust to 59 mph was measured by the automated weather observing system at the Murray airport.

Murray - Dexter
July 4, 2009 - Thunderstorm Wind

Numerous trees and power lines were blown down in the Dexter area.

Dexter - Dexter
October 24, 2001 - Thunderstorm Wind

Several large trees were down on Highway 1346. A couple of trees were blown down on the campus of Murray State University. Near the campus, a power pole was blown down, knocking out power to a portion of the area.

Dexter - Dexter

News

Puerto Rico’s tragically foreseeable crisis - POLITICO POLITICO Search Search Close

With Hurricane Fiona, Puerto Rico suffered yet another total blackout on Sunday.

Sep 20, 2022

EF-1 tornado brings damage, power outages | Local News | murrayledger.com

UPDATE: According to a preliminary report, the National Weather Service has determined that an EF-1 tornado touched down in Calloway County early Monday morning. The tornado touched down at 3:34

Dec 6, 2021

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Power went out last night around 10 PM and is still out this morning.

Roy Harris | June 29, 2018  

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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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Dexter, Kentucky

City Dexter
County Calloway
State Kentucky (KY)
Country United States
Zip Codes 42036

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