Power Outage in Glen Elder, KS

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Glen Elder Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

April 14, 2012 - Thunderstorm Wind

Power lines were knocked down by wind gusts estimated at 60 mph.

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May 29, 2008 - Tornado

This tornado started near Glen Elder Dam in Mitchell County and moved northeast. It crossed into Jewell County about 4 miles west of Highway 14. Eye witness accounts stated that this tornado combined near the dam with a tornado that had formed to the southwest in Osborne County. Just to the east of the dam, the tornado damaged several outbuildings at a farmstead and uprooted many trees. Power lines and trees were snapped off when the twister crossed US Highway 24 to the east of the town of Glen Elder. Large power poles were broken and another farmstead sustained extensive damage just before the tornado moved into Jewell County.

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May 29, 2008 - Tornado

Storm Chasers captured video of this tornado as it crossed from Osborne County into Mitchell County. Other eye witnesses said this tornado joined with another tornado that had just developed near Glen Elder Dam. Damage from this tornado was limited to trees and power poles as it remained in open country.

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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 Elder, Kansas

City Glen Elder
County Mitchell
State Kansas (KS)
Country United States
Zip Codes 67446

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