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The Erwin newspaper reported utility crews replaced power poles from trees falling on them from the high wind in the Erwin area.
Law enforcement personnel reported numerous trees and powerlines downed by thunderstorm winds countywide.
The emergency manager reported non-thunderstorm winds damaged a church steeple in Erwin. Also many trees and powerlines along with a communications tower downed by the winds.
The Johnson City Free Press newspaper reported many trees and and powerlines downed by non-thunderstorm winds countywide. Several homes...businesses and outbuildings in Erwin were also damaged.
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One tree and a large limb downed power lines along highway 81 south.
One tree and a few power lines were downed along Hamby Road.
Strong gradient associated with a cold front produced sustained winds of 45 mph with gusts to 60 mph across the higher elevations of east Tennessee. Numerous trees and powerlines reported down above 2000 feet. A tree fell on a mobile home in Cosby in Cocke County. 12 homes were damaged in the Camp Creek and Greystone communities in Greene County.
Several trees and power lines were reported down on and near Spivey Mountain Road.
Numerous trees and power lines were downed in Erwin.
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Erwin Utilities experiencing power outage Friday | WJHL | Tri-Cities News & Weather Open Navigation Close Navigation
UPDATE: Erwin Utilities says power has been restored to some customers but about 600 are still without electricity. Crews have identified the source of the outage and expect to have power restored within the hour. Previous: ERWIN, Tenn. (WJHL) – A power outage in Erwin has left hundreds without power on New Year’s Day. According […]
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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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Erwin, Tennessee
| City | Erwin |
| County | Unicoi |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 37650 |
Two miles south of Erwin snow depth was estimated at four inches. Trees and power lines were reported down across the county due to the weight of the snow.