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Fort Myers, Florida, sees "total devastation" in wake of Hurricane Ian | CNN Close icon
Particularly hard hit by Hurricane Ian, the Fort Myers area in southwest Florida is in shambles.
Officials in Fort Myers implement 6pm curfew due to LOOTERS targeting local businesses | Daily Mail Online
Speaking to reporters Wednesday, Lee County boss Roger Dejarlais ordered the curfew for all cities including Fort Myers, where the brunt of the hurricane was felt before it moved northeast.
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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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Fort Myer, Virginia
City | Fort Myer |
County | Arlington |
State | Virginia (VA) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 22211 |