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Drowning of Air Force member on Gauley river Open Navigation Close Navigation
ANSTED, WV (WVNS) – An active United States Air Force member drowned on the Gauley River on October 3, 2022, according to the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. The accident happened on the lower Gauley at a class four rapid called Stairsteps. The victim of the accident was a 46 year old man from […]
Downed trees, thousands of power outages remain after storms sweep through | WCHS
UPDATED, 2:09 p. m. 7/7/22.
Gauley Bridge man facing felony charges for attempted murder Open Navigation Close Navigation
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) — A Gauley Bridge man is facing felony charges of Malicious Wounding and Attempted Murder. According to Fayette County Sheriff Mike Fridley, deputies responded to a call of shots fired around 10 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10, 2022. While on their way, deputies were flagged down by the victim at the Alloy […]
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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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Gauley Bridge, West Virginia
| City | Gauley Bridge |
| County | Fayette |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 25085 |
Power lines were snapped by fallen tree branches.