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Media reported up to quarter size hail covering the ground in the area around Powerhouse Rd, RR White Dr, and Conley Bumgarner Rd.
Media reported trees and power lines down at Bedford Ave and Bedford St.
Broadcast media reported trees and power lines down on Conley Road and on I-40 near mm 99 (in the same area).
County comms, the public, and spotters reported numerous trees and power lines blown down from the Glen Alpine area through the south part of Morganton. In Glen Alpine, the main area impacted was around Jamestown Rd, Mt Olive Church Rd, and Highway 70 near I-40. A home was reportedly blown off its foundation in this area. One tree fell on a home on Snowhill Church Rd. In Morganton, more than 20 trees fell near Enola Rd and I-40, with one tree on an automobile and other trees on two buildings. Other trees were uprooted or snapped on Parker Rd near the hospital.
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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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Glen Alpine, North Carolina
| City | Glen Alpine |
| County | Burke |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 28628 |
Media reported multiple trees blown down on Powerhouse Rd.