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Power outage impacts over 500 customers in Chesterfield County | WRIC ABC 8News Open Navigation Close Navigation

A power outage is impacting over 500 customers in the Harpers Mill area of Chesterfield County on Saturday morning.

Oct 15, 2022

West Virginia Electric Vehicle plan has been approved Open Navigation Close Navigation

WASHINGTON, WV (WVNS) – The Biden-Harris Administration has just approved West Virginia’s Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure Deployment Plan ahead of schedule. The program has been approved under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program, established and funded by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This approval means all states, Puerto Rico, and the District of […]

Sep 27, 2022

Missoula Windstorm Knocks Out Power to Over 2,700 Homes

Crews responded immediately and most of those customers had service by 6:10 p.m.

Sep 7, 2022

Did you know: WV has an official state firearm Open Navigation Close Navigation

CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — West Virginia is a beautiful state, full of rich wild-life and points in history acting as monuments that led to our secession. Many West Virginians know these symbols: the Red Cardinal, the Rhododendron bush, the Black Bear, but did you know West Virginia is one of nine states that have an […]

Aug 22, 2022

Power outage halts business in downtown Southport | News | stateportpilot.com

An unusual power outage on Saturday afternoon resulted in many downtown businesses closing early as searing temperatures neared triple digits.

Aug 3, 2022

Gov. Justice declares State of Emergency for 4 local counties Open Navigation Close Navigation

CHARLESTON, WV – Following Governor Justice’s previous declaration of a State of Preparedness for all 55 counties in West Virginia, a State of Emergency was declared for four local counties, as well as Mingo and Logan Counties. Earlier today, July 28, 2022, Gov. Justice declared a State of Emergency for Fayette, Greenbrier, Logan, McDowell, Mingo, and Wyoming […]

Jul 29, 2022

DMV services offline due to mainframe outage Open Navigation Close Navigation

CHARLESTON, WV, (WVNS) – The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles announced July 19, 2022 that services are currently offline due to a system-wide mainframe outage. Customers are encouraged to visit the DMV website at dmv.wv.gov to check the up-to-date alert box before they visit any regional office or try to use the online services […]

Jul 19, 2022

Two Raleigh County men arrested after alerts reported stolen equipment from gas well site Open Navigation Close Navigation

HARPER, WV (WVNS) — Diversified Energy, an energy company focused on natural gas, has had a string of thefts of their equipment from sites. These incidents have led to the company installing electronic devices that can alert them when their equipment has been stolen. On June 7, 2022, Diversified Energy was alerted that items from […]

Jun 9, 2022

Summer blackouts may be on the horizon | National | thecentersquare.com

(The Center Square) – As energy and gas prices continue to rise, industry insiders are warning that blackouts and “energy emergencies” may be in store for millions of Americans this

May 26, 2022

Raleigh County PSD closed tomorrow Open Navigation Close Navigation

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Raleigh County PSD will be closed May 11, 2022. The closure is unplanned, and Raleigh County PSD tells us it’s due to a power outage that happened earlier today.

May 10, 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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Harper, West Virginia

City Harper
County Raleigh
State West Virginia (WV)
Country United States
Zip Codes 25851

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