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A supercell that spawned a couple of tornadoes produced a rear flank downdraft (RFD) that traveled along Interstate 80. The event was recorded by a storm chaser that was located south of Aurora at the I-80 and Highway 14 junction. The strong wind blew over several semi-trailers, pushed a couple of campers and a few cars off of I-80. Five people sustained minor injuries. A farmstead near the Interstate sustained considerable damage to the home and outbuildings. Numerous power poles and center pivot irrigation system down damaged. The canopies at the 3 gas stations at the I-80/Highway 14 interchange were damaged.
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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.
Giltner, Nebraska
| City | Giltner |
| County | Hamilton |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 68841 |
This Hamilton County tornado touched down four miles southeast of Giltner and traveled northeast into Aurora. The estimated maximum wind gust of 100 MPH was based mainly upon snapped power poles. There were numerous irrigation pivots damaged along and near this path. The tornado crossed Interstate 80 approximately two miles west of the Aurora interchange. The tornado entered the southwest side of Aurora near the fairgrounds. Metal cladding was peeled from storage facilities nearby and there were several spots of tree damage. The tornado lifted around 12th and E Streets just south of the railroad tracks.