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24.62% of adults in West Virginia are living with mental illness Open Navigation Close Navigation
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) – West Virginia has the second highest number of adults with mental illness, with 24.62%, right behind Utah. This new study done by health experts at NiceRx calculated states spending the most and least on mental health funding, those who are searching for therapists the most, and the states with the highest […]
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COAL CITY, WV (WVNS) — Join Rivers Upchurch #LIVE from Independence High School in Raleigh County as we take an inside look at the Week 6 Game of The Week, Bluefield HS @ Independence HS! Rivers will be joined by students, players, and coaches from both schools as they look ahead to a rematch of […]
Power outage hits downtown Beckley area | State & Region | register-herald.com
Much of downtown Beckley was in the dark Monday afternoon following a widespread power outage.
DHHR assistance portal not fully functional | State & Region | register-herald.com
The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports that due to a statewide system outage affecting multiple state agencies and services, DHHR’s public assistance portal, WV PATH,
Town Notice: Recent increase in power outages and blinks - Royal Examiner
The Town of Front Royal Energy Services Department has received several questions and complaints regarding power outages and blinks. Recently we have seen an increase in power outages related to wildlife - primarily squirrels. Be assured that wildlife protection equipment has been installed across our system - however, they continue to find their way onto
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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.
Independence, West Virginia
| City | Independence |
| County | Preston |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 26374 |
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