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Garner Power Outages Caused by Weather
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Hancock County Sheriff reported power lines down.
Storm chaser video depicted extensive wind damage to power poles, including series of snapped poles. This is a delayed report and time estimated from radar.
Emergency manager reported significant wind-driven hail damage to corn and bean fields between Britt and Klemme. Golf ball or larger hail and 70 to 80 mph winds pulverized 5 to 6 foot cornstalks to stubble. Trees and power lines also downed.
Machine shed completely destroyed. Damage to power lines and trees.
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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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Garner, Iowa
| City | Garner |
| County | Hancock |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 50438 |
Large tree blown over on a power line.