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Hephzibah Power Outages Caused by Weather
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A tree was downed in a home on Davis Mill Rd, and a tree was down on a power line on Walton Way at Lake Forest Dr.
Tree down on a power line on Regent Rd and Wheeler Rd. Time estimated.
Power lines were downed on Mike Padgett Hwy and Tobacco Rd.
Richmond Co dispatch reported traffic lights and power lines down on Deans Bridge Rd at Richmond Hill Rd.
Winds associated with Tropical Storm Michael downed 45 or more trees throughout the county, many involving power lines down as well. 2 trees on houses were reported on Ravenel Rd and on Warren St in Augusta. 2 power poles were either snapped or down in roadway. Over 5600 power outages reported. The highest measured wind gust in the county was 52 MPH at Augusta Bush Field at 0326 EST (0426 EDT) on October 11. A 47 MPH wind gust was measured at Augusta Daniel Field at 0338 EST (0438 EDT) on October 11.
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Widely Scattered thunderstorms produced some wind damage in the area, mainly to trees and powerlines throughout Richmond County.
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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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Hephzibah, Georgia
City | Hephzibah |
County | Richmond |
State | Georgia (GA) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 30815 |
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