Power Outage in Jackson, KY

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Kentucky Power
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Licking Valley RECC
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(606) 743-7500
Jackson Energy Cooperative
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Big Sandy RECC
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Jackson Power Outages Caused by Weather

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July 20, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

A tree was reportedly blown down onto power line along Colts Fork Road near Elkatawa.

Elkatawa - Elkatawa
July 20, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

Multiple trees were blown down onto a power line and the ground near the intersection of KY-15 S and KY-30 (between the Shell Gas Station and Hutch Automotive). Power outage led to several hours of traffic disruption due to lack to traffic signals. The report stated that power was still out at the stoplight around 8 am and multiple highway department personel were managing traffic.

Jackson - Jackson
February 14, 2021 - Ice Storm

Ice accumulation on a power line near Wilhurst caused the power line and power pole to catch on fire. This occurred near the junction of Highways 205 and 1812.

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February 14, 2021 - Ice Storm

The weight of ice from freezing rain caused a tree to come down onto a power pole off of Hwy 1812 near the Wolfe county line.

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June 24, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

Several trees and powerlines were blown down from east of Turkey on Old Buck Road to northwest of Jackson on Wolverine Road.

Juan - Frozen Creek

News

The Enquirer

Oct 6, 2022

Scheduled Power Outage Saturday in Paintsville | K-94.7 WKLW FM | East Kentucky's Hit Music

The following announcement comes from the City of Paintsville: There will be a scheduled power outage Saturday, September 17, 2022, from 8 a.m. - 3 p....

Sep 15, 2022

Power outage causes school closure in Cairo Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

A power outage is to blame for canceling classes for some students in Cairo on Monday, September 12.

Sep 12, 2022

How to help libraries after Ky and Mo floodings

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Aug 16, 2022

Sussex County and Morris County power outage after I-80 accident

80,000 customers were knocked out before crews started re-routing power to substations in Morris and Sussex counties.

Aug 9, 2022

Hot Night Without Power for Some NYSEG Customers loading...

Power was reported still out to hundreds of NYSEG customers in Chenango County and Tioga County early August 5.

Aug 5, 2022

Brutal heat threatens Kentucky as it grapples with flood damage - ABC News

Dangerous heat has enveloped eastern Kentucky as hundreds of displaced residents remain without electricity or running water.

Aug 4, 2022

Power outages decreasing nearly one week after devastating flooding Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

Stronger storms and heavy rain brought down trees and powerlines on Tuesday afternoon, leaving many in the dark.

Jul 26, 2022

Six Flags Great Adventure closed during power outage

Hurricane Harbor and Wild Safari are operating as scheduled, according to a Six Flags spokeswoman.

Jul 22, 2022

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Off of Leesville Road. Partial power outage...our 220 things don't work (AC, water pump) and some of the lights are dim.

Art | September 07, 2022  

North County Line Road Between Bartley and Shoprite shopping center

CF | October 04, 2021  

Lost power on East veterans and Monarch court from 6:45pm and still ongoing....

Jie Jie | May 26, 2021  

Lost power on plantation Blvd Jackson MS Saturday morning

Stephen | October 10, 2020  

No power since 2am

Erin | October 10, 2020  

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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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Jackson, Kentucky

City Jackson
County Breathitt
State Kentucky (KY)
Country United States
Zip Codes 41339

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