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Numerous trees were downed on the south side of city limits, south of Jefferson Street. Scattered power outages also occurred in this area.
Numerous trees and power lines were downed in the Lee Street at Ergra Park area.
Numerous trees and power lines were downed.
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Men’s Health Breakfast informs crowd on often-avoided issues | News | emporiaindependentmessenger.com
As day broke in Alberta on Saturday, Oct. 1 men from across the county gathered at Southside Virginia Community College for a Men’s Health Breakfast hosted by Brunswick Health Ambassadors
Less muggy conditions as cold front arrives in DC area following wet commute - WTOP News
It was a slick afternoon commute for many drivers Tuesday night as storms rumbled through the D.C. region. Here’s what you need to know.
Power outages, downed trees as storms blitz DC region - WTOP News
A hot, humid Tuesday ended with severe thunderstorms across the D.C. area. Here’s what you need to know.
Power being restored across DC area after storms - WTOP News
Power is being restored to the area after thousands were left without electricity in the wake of thunderstorms that hit the D.C. area Saturday night.
Power outages, ‘catastrophic’ damage after Northern Va. storms - WTOP News
Thousands of power customers across Northern Virginia are waking up without electricity after severe storms swept the region.
Thursday storms brought brief flooding, damaging winds, hail and power outages to DC region - WTOP News
Strong thunderstorms are moving through the D.C. region, posing a risk of damaging winds and small hail through Thursday evening.
Thousands in Virginia still without power - WTOP News
Thousands of Virginians remain without power Monday morning after a storm thundered its way through the area Sunday night.
Flood warnings, power outages remain after severe thunderstorms pass through DC - WTOP News
Strong thunderstorms are in Sunday evening’s forecast, capping off an unusually hot and humid spring weekend for the D.C. region. See the latest forecast.
It’s back: More snow in the forecast for the DC region - WTOP News
Roads could be a little icy Wednesday morning. Expect to see more snow and ice melting Wednesday in D.C. as afternoon temperatures climb into the 40s.
More wintry weather expected as DC recovers from storm - WTOP News
A day after Monday’s record snowfall in the region, drivers remained stuck on a 50-mile stretch of Interstate 95 in Virginia and thousands of homes and businesses were without power. And while the region has had a chance to thaw somewhat today, conditions are expected to get dicey yet again,
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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.
Emporia, Virginia
| City | Emporia |
| County | Emporia |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 23847 |
Tree was downed on power lines.