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Dover Power Outages Caused by Weather

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March 14, 2023 - Winter Storm

Rain changed to snow in the Lakes Region during the early morning on the 14th. Snowfall quickly became moderate to heavy at times, especially in the higher terrain. Snowfall totals ranged from 10 to 17 inches, with the highest totals observed in the higher terrain southeast of Lake Winnipesaukee. Power outages were widespread where snowfall totals exceeded 10 inches.

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January 22, 2023 - Winter Storm

Snow began during the evening of the 22nd. Snowfall became moderate to heavy at times during the morning of the 23rd. A mesoscale band of snow set up from southern parts of the Upper Valley east northeast through the Lakes Region. Snowfall had a high snow to liquid ratio, and fell at an inch per hour at times. Light snow continued through most of the day on the 23rd. The wet nature of the snow allowed for weighing down of tree branches which led to approximately 7000 power outages in the county. Snowfall totals ranged from 10 to 16 inches.

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December 23, 2022 - High Wind

Southeast New Hampshire experienced three periods of strong to damaging winds. One in the early morning hours of the 23rd generally had wind gusts in the 40 to 50 mph range. A second during the morning to midday period featured wind gusts around 60 mph. The final round of strong wind gusts occurred with a band of thunderstorms as they moved across southern New Hampshire in the early evening. Numerous trees and wires were reported down in the area, and power outages approached 30 percent of customers across the county.

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August 1, 2022 - Drought

On the August 2nd drought monitor, Strafford County was 48% in severe drought and 52% moderate drought. By the end of the month, 36% of the county was in severe drought and 62% in moderate drought. The improved designations were the result of scattered heavy rainfall with most areas receiving between 2.5 and 5.5 inches of rain.||Several towns instituted voluntary water restrictions. Hydro operators balanced needs of lake levels, hydroelectric power generation needs, and the discharges to maintain stream flow needs downstream. Most of the reported water quantity issues were from southern and coastal areas. Farmers without irrigation experienced stressed vegetation from a lack of rain and above normal temperatures in July. First-cut hay crop was near normal, but subsequent hay growth was slowed. Most streamflow stations in central and southern rivers with 30+ years of record were between the 10th-25th percentiles compared to normal.

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July 12, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

Severe thunderstorm outflow wind gusts downed a tree along with powerlines in East Barrington, New Hampshire.

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December 5, 2020

An upper low ejecting out of the Rockies ultimately phased with a northern stream shortwave trough leading to cyclogenesis off the East Coast on the 5th. Low pressure formed over the southern Appalachians and moved northeast towards Nantucket by the evening of the 5th. The storm tracked into the Gulf of Maine and eventually began weakening in the Bay of Fundy early on the 6th. While the radar presentation looked like a classic northern New England snow storm, the antecedent air mass was marginal for snow and precipitation type became elevation and/or precipitation rate dependent. Most notably the snow that did fall was wet and sticky. The wet snow bonded to trees which led to downed tree limbs and widespread power outages.

June 9, 2011

Broad shortwave crossing southern Canada pushed an associated cold front into southern Canada during the early afternoon. A pre-frontal trough moved into eastern New York during the early afternoon with individual cells and line segments forming into one large squall line with bowing segments. The squall line pushed into central and southern New Hampshire by mid afternoon and reached the coast by early evening. Good heating ahead of this line with dew points in the upper 60s to lower 70s resulted in capes of 1500 to 3000 j/kg across much of the region. Although shear was limited, stronger cells moving around 35 kts transported strong mid level winds to the surface resulting in numerous reports of wind damage. Up to 45,000 people were without power by late afternoon in southern New Hampshire. Stronger cells also produced quarter to golf ball size hail.

January 18, 2006

High winds knocked over trees which caused power outages and other damages to the area. Trees were reported down in Grafton County by local officials. In Stafford County, a tree fell on a home in Dover causing an estimated $5000 in damage, and in Rockingham County, a tree fell into a garage in Londonderry causing an estimated $30,000 in damage.

October 16, 2002

A low pressure area that developed over the Maryland coast and moved northeast through the Gulf of Maine caused strong and gusty, northwest winds over portions of southern New Hampshire. The winds downed trees and limbs onto power lines causing scattered power outages. Approximately 950 customers were affected, mainly in Belknap and southern Grafton Counties. Peak wind gusts were measured at 60 mph at the Isles of Shoals and 40 mph in Portsmouth.

News

Folk Show Music and Dance Calendar 11.13.22 | New Hampshire Public Radio

The Folk Show's listing of folk related events in and around our listening area.

Nov 14, 2022

Riot police are called to immigration centre amid 'disturbance' after 'power cut sparked chaos' | Daily Mail Online

A 'disturbance' has been reported at a migrant detention centre near Heathrow Airport after a power outage left the site with no electricity. It has been reported that riot police were called.

Nov 5, 2022

Folk Music and Dance Calendar 10.30.22 | New Hampshire Public Radio

The Folk Show's listing of open mics, dances and shows in and around our listening area.

Oct 30, 2022

These Are the Best Spots to See a Moose in New Hampshire loading... loading... loading... loading... loading... loading... loading... loading... loading...

I was just literally telling co-workers that if I ever saw a moose, in person, I'd die. What an absolutely magnificent animal, and to see one live, in person would be jaw-dropping. And clearly I'm not alone in that opinion, which is why the New Hampshire Fish and Game has a list of the best places in the Granite State to see a moose.

Oct 18, 2022

NHPR Folk Music and Dance Calendar 10.16.22 | New Hampshire Public Radio

The Folk Show's listing of shows and dances in and around our listening area.

Oct 16, 2022

Monkeypox vaccine eligibility expands in NH loading...

The vaccine, which is administered in a two-dose series, is now available to anyone who believes they are at risk.

Sep 26, 2022

Strafford County Saturation Patrol Stops More Than Drunk Drivers

Eight drivers were arrested for a variety of infractions including driving on a suspended license and drug charges.

Aug 30, 2022

NH Man Accused of Installing Fake Video Camera in FL Bathroom loading...

Sanibel, Florida, police did not disclose why Dana Alan Caruso was in Florida or in what town in New Hampshire he lives.

Aug 28, 2022

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No power at all in Wild Meadows, North Dover since 7:15 tonight and no information on what is happening or when power will be restored.

CK | August 26, 2022  

Power is back on in Dover

Dover | July 07, 2021  

Power back on in heatherfield

Willis | September 24, 2020  

Brandywine Condo and Apts., No power on rt.8

NS | September 24, 2020  

Thank you Willis, that’s what I had just found as well.

EF | September 24, 2020  

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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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Dover, New Hampshire

City Dover
County Strafford
State New Hampshire (NH)
Country United States
Zip Codes 03820, 03821, 03822

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