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A Trained Spotter reported power lines down in Hinton, VA. A shed was blown onto the road at Route 33 and Muddy Creek Road.
Numerous trees and powerlines downed.
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WVDOH, City of Hinton to work together on sinkhole repair Open Navigation Close Navigation
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) is partnering with the City of Hinton in order to repair the large sinkhole on Route 20. The sinkhole opened on June 13, 2022, by the Hinton Police Department building just north of Hinton. According to the WVDOH, an old stone and concrete drainage […]
Color the River set to return to Hinton Open Navigation Close Navigation
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — If you are in need of some fun in the sun, look no further than Summers County. Hinton Second Saturdays put together the return of the Color the River on Saturday, June 11, 2022. People can come out and float along the Greenbrier River in the morning and enjoy all the […]
Athens School dismissing early due to power outage Open Navigation Close Navigation
ATHENS, WV (WVNS)– Students at Athens Elementary School will dismiss early on Wednesday, March 9, 2022. According to the Mercer County Public Schools Facebook page, the reason is due to a power outage. Students will dismiss at 11:45 AM. The Appalachian Power outage map showed the town of Athens and Concord University is out of […]
Planned power outage in Fayetteville Open Navigation Close Navigation
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) – A power outage is planned in Fayette County on Sunday, January 9, 2022, to allow for proper maintenance to be done. American Electric Power (AEP) said the power outage is set to take place from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., on Sunday, in order for work to be completed on power […]
Overnight shelter returns to Stafford High for residents affected by power outages | WJLA
The Race is on to get power restored to Stafford County residents ahead of another storm system set to bear down on Thursday. “Power is our number one concern,” said Stafford County Director of Community Engagement Andrew Spence. “We have been in constant communication with our power companies, more specifically Dominion. They are working. They have doubled down their resources to Stafford county and they are pouring in as much effort to get power on. ”
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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.
Hinton, Virginia
| City | Hinton |
| County | Rockingham |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 22831 |
Power went off at 9:30 pm
Power went off at 9:30 pm
Power is out with barely any weather