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All the animals were evacuated from the Galax Veterinary Clinic on Stockyard Road after a mudslide along the road above the clinic brought down a power pole and caused its lines to fall onto the clinic. The Galax Volunteer Fire Department evacuated both pets and staff from the building.
Thunderstorm winds brought down trees and power poles across the city of Galax.
Damaging winds downed trees and power lines in the city of Galax. Damage values are estimated.
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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.
Severe storms, power outages across southwest, central Virginia Open Navigation Close Navigation
Appalachian Power (AEP) reported outages across the southwest and central Virginia area.
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.
15 Bedford Co. structures damaged after possible tornado; Roanoke Co. experiencing flooding; 3K+ without power in SWVA Open Navigation Close Navigation
Crews around southwest Virginia -- especially Bedford County and Roanoke County -- are cleaning up after severe weather struck the region on Friday, leaving more than 3,200 people without power.
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.
Over 5,200 without power in southwest, central VA Open Navigation Close Navigation
The number of Appalachian Power customers impacted by outages has spiked over the past few hours as severe weather rolls through southwest and central Virginia.
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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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Galax, Virginia
| City | Galax |
| County | Galax |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 24333 |
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