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POWER OUTAGES: Crews working to restore power across Lowcountry Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Just over 770 electric customers remained without power at 12:40 p.m. Sunday, down from nearly 150,000 Friday afternoon as the Lowcountry felt the effects of the storm.
Green Bank Telescope to receive repairs | WVNS Open Navigation Close Navigation
Charleston, WV – The Green Bank Observatory Telescope is being repaired with $5 million dollars from the National Science Foundation (NSF). U.S. Senators Joe Manchin and Shelley Moore Capito announced $5,300,000 from the NSF today, September 2, 2022. The money will be used for foundation repairs to the Green Bank Observatory (GBO) Green Bank Telescope […]
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If you are an astronomy lover or you are just looking for a nighttime adventure, here are some places where you can go stargazing in West Virginia!
Six Flags Great Adventure closed during power outage
Hurricane Harbor and Wild Safari are operating as scheduled, according to a Six Flags spokeswoman.
Green Bank Observatory director reacts to NASA pictures Open Navigation Close Navigation
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — The first images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope are in and they are breathtaking. The images from the infrared telescope provide the widest, most in-depth look at the entire universe humankind has ever seen. NASA’s photos show galaxies joining together, stars dying and being born, and much more. Dr. Jim […]
Power outages reported in parts of Plano; here's a resource to check if your home, business is affected | Plano Star Courier | starlocalmedia.com
Power outages were reported in parts of the city of Plano on Monday afternoon.
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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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Green Bank, West Virginia
| City | Green Bank |
| County | Pocahontas |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 24944 |