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Hopkins Power Outages Caused by Weather
Events
Power lines down near the intersection of Lower Richland Blvd and Old Hopkins Rd.
Electric coop reported trees and powerlines down.
Electric company reported a couple of trees and powerlines down.
News
Hurricane Ian makes landfall in South Carolina with more flooding | wltx.com
The state is expected to be dealing with Hurricane Ian's impacts all throughout Friday and perhaps into early Saturday morning.
South Africa Energy Crisis: Power Company Sparks Blackouts, Drags Down Economy - Bloomberg
Blackouts are a regular occurrence because Eskom Holdings, almost 100 years old, can't provide enough power. Mismanagement and debt are a big part of the story.
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Ooh, we’ve gone from “maybe 10am” to “LOL we have no idea enjoy freezing” for this power outage.
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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Hopkins, South Carolina
| City | Hopkins |
| County | Richland |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 29061 |
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