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Forked Deer Electric Cooperative Inc
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(731) 836-7508
City of Ripley, TN
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(731) 635-2323
Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 29, 2022) – The senior operator at Cordell Hull Dam Powerplant is the Nashville District Employee of the Month for May 2022 for actions taken to avert power outages in several rural communities in Kentucky and Tennessee., The News Stories page
Jul 29, 2022
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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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Gates, Tennessee
| City | Gates |
| County | Lauderdale |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 38037 |
One home had half of its porch blown off and a kitchen window blown out. Several barns were damaged. Some trees and power lines were knocked down.