Power Outage in Gore, VA

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Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative
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Rappahannock Electric Cooperative
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First Energy
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Gore Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

July 13, 2014 - Thunderstorm Wind

There were power lines down at 1300 Hollow Road.

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July 9, 2002 - Thunderstorm Wind

A power line was downed onto Emma Row Lane.

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News

Elections weren’t in a healthy state pre-2020. Now, we’re pushing them to the brink. - The Boston Globe

The 2020 presidential contest ushered in a new elections crisis, fueled by supporters of former president Donald Trump who spread conspiracy theories about the integrity of voting systems and bogus claims of fraud. What's received less attention is the strain now being heaped on a decentralized system that already was stretched thin.

Oct 25, 2022

How would three-hour power cuts work if enacted in Great Britain? | Utilities | The Guardian

Rota disconnection strategy is aimed at equally sharing out available power via planned local shutdowns

Oct 6, 2022

15-Story Binghamton Tower Without Power After Transformer Blast loading... loading... loading...

Electric service to one of downtown Binghamton's tallest buildings was knocked out following a reported transformer explosion.

Aug 31, 2022

Experts Warn of Summer Energy Blackouts during Biden's Green Transition | National Review

Industry experts are warning that parts of Texas, the Midwest, and the South could face increased blackouts as temperatures swelter over the summer. 

Jun 1, 2022

Balloons caused large power outage in Arlington yesterday | ARLnow.com

An early morning power outage Tuesday left more than 2,000 Dominion customers in the dark. The culprit: balloons. The incident prompted Dominion Energy to remind residents about the danger posed by those metallic balloons one might buy

Apr 20, 2022

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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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Gore, Virginia

City Gore
County Frederick
State Virginia (VA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 22637

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