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A tornado was reported on the ground by the general public. Power lines were snapped by the torndo but no significant damage was reported. Nickel size hail was also reported.
The Frostproof fire department reported that thunderstorm winds downed a few large branches and a couple of power lines along Old State Road 8 near the intersection of U.S. Highway 27 and Avon Park Cut-Off Road over rural southeast Polk county.
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Polk County debris collection starts Monday, schools open Tuesday
Polk County crews had completed their first sweep through by Sunday morning, but did not have specific numbers on damages or financial figures yet.
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Tropical Storm Nicole's winds are expected to reach the entire state.
Sandbags are available at 7 Polk County sites ahead of Hurricane Ian
By Monday morning, Polk officials had distributed more then 19,500 sandbags, as the area could see as much as 15 inches of rain in spots.
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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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Frostproof, Florida
City | Frostproof |
County | Polk |
State | Florida (FL) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 33843 |
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