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Follansbee Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

December 23, 2022 - Strong Wind

High wind gusts accompanied a strong low pressure system on December 23rd and continue into December 24th. Measured wind gusts across northern WV ranged between 40 to 50mph, sustain winds exceed 30mph. Isolated power outages occurred.

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February 3, 2022 - Ice Storm

A combination of snow and ice occurred between February 3-4th; 22% of the county was without power due to winter weather the morning of February 4th.

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June 21, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

Social media report of power lines down on Park Ave.

Beechbottom - Beechbottom
March 28, 2020 - Thunderstorm Wind

A 911 Call Center reported trees on power lines.

Hooverson Hgts - Hooverson Hgts
February 24, 2019 - High Wind

Multiple power outages were reported across the county. A trained spotter reported that two tall trees were blown down at Colliers, with an estimated wind gust of 65 MPH.

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News

Follansbee Coke Plant experiences power outage | WTOV

A fire broke out at the Mountain State Carbon plant around 5:30 p. m. , according to Follansbee Fire Chief Larry Rea. Rea has also confirmed there were no injuries to plant workers or firefighters through the duration of the fire. He says the fire began as a result of a power outage. The outage, forcing machinery off and taking the ability to control the pressure of gas from employees. Crews were on scene shortly after the call fighting the fire.

Mar 19, 2022

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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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Follansbee, West Virginia

City Follansbee
County Brooke
State West Virginia (WV)
Country United States
Zip Codes 26037

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