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Wheeling officials disappointed over scheduled AEP power outage Sunday | WTRF Open Navigation Close Navigation
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Wheeling city officials released a statement on their website Friday opposing the American Electric Power outage scheduled for tomorrow in Elm Grove and planned to last most of the day: “The City of Wheeling is expressing disappointment in a planned power outage by American Electric Power scheduled for this weekend. The […]
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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.
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Glen Dale, West Virginia
City | Glen Dale |
County | Marshall |
State | West Virginia (WV) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 26038 |