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Hwy. 2 in Hosston closed as CPSO investigates crash involving SUV partially submerged in bayou Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Caddo Parish Sheriff Steve Prator says they got the call around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 13. Deputies responded and found that the driver of the SUV had partially submerged their vehicle in a bayou near the Highway 2 bridge.
Power outages, some storm damage reported Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
No injuries have been reported
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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.
Hosston, Louisiana
City | Hosston |
County | Caddo |
State | Louisiana (LA) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 71043 |
Several large trees and power lines were blown over.