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Hamlin Power Outages Caused by Weather
Events
In and around Hamlin, several trees and power lines were blown down throughout the afternoon. A carport was uplifted and became entangled in power lines. A local mesonet measured a 40 mph gust during a time some of these trees were observed to have fallen.
Power lines were blown down across the town of Hamlin.
Large trees limbs were broken off. Power outages also occurred.
Power lines were downed by fallen trees south of Alum Creek.
News
High water, power outages reported in some areas as severe thunderstorms roll through | WCHS
UPDATED, 5:46 p. m. 07/08/22.
Downed trees, thousands of power outages remain after storms sweep through | WCHS
UPDATED, 2:09 p. m. 7/7/22.
WSAZ Investigates | Cut lines leave Frontier customers struggling for answers on service Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Frontier said American Electric Power cut two of their large cables, resulting in an outage for two customers we asked them about.
AEP | Planned outage for repairs in Lincoln County Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
AEP crews are working to replace a voltage regulator at a substation.
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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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Hamlin, West Virginia
| City | Hamlin |
| County | Lincoln |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 25523 |
In West Hamlin, trees and power lines were blown down and resulted in over 11,000 households to be without power.