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Trees and utility pole were downed resulting in a power outage.
***Downburst*** Widespread trees down, as well as power lines down. Approximately 3,700 NYS Electric & Gas customers were without power during the height of the storm. In addition, two telephone poles came down, knocking out phone service to 200 customers.
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In the US, midterm Election Day is today, and many government, military, and news organizations are discussing election security.
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Emerging economies now account for the biggest share of global greenhouse gas emissions but they should not be expected to put the brakes on domestic growth, according to Bill Gates. “Low- and middle-income countries are building aggressively to achieve the standard of living their people aspire to — and they should be,” the co-founder of Microsoft wrote…
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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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Ghent, New York
| City | Ghent |
| County | Columbia |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 12075 |
Power out on Talarico Rd