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Thunderstorm winds caused widespread tree damage, including several trees blown down. There was also damage to power lines, and at least two buildings received minor damage from wind blown debris.
Thunderstorm winds caused widespread damage to trees and structures. The worst structural damage was on a farm just south of Jackson where two barns and a windmill were totally destroyed, shingles on the roof of the house were blown off, an air conditioner was destroyed, five horses were injured, and electricity was cut off. In Jackson, shingles were blown off the roofs of buildings, siding was damaged from wind blown debris, and a few homes suffered damage when large branches fell. Major tree damage in Jackson included a few large trees blown over. Power lines and poles were blown down or damaged by falling trees, resulting in power outages.
A tornado completely destroyed at least ten houses and heavily damaged several others. The tornado heavily damaged the town school, including taking most of the roof off the school. The only church in town and a telephone company building were also heavily damaged. Power lines, poles, and trees were blown down, and electricity and water service were knocked out. Three empty box cars on the southeast side of Jackson were toppled. Three injuries included a woman with a broken leg and cuts rescued from the rubble of a house, and two children with minor injuries.
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Sussex County and Morris County power outage after I-80 accident
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Thunderstorms swept through eastern Nebraska and western Iowa late Tuesday and early Wednesday, downing tree limbs and causing numerous power outages.
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In a matter of hours Monday, the iconic landmarks of Yellowstone National Park were shuttered to the public and its roads left unpassable after a torrential downpour and rapid snowmelt contributed to unprecedented flooding at one of America's most visited national parks.
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A power outage in Teton Village has kept some lifts from spinning at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.
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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.
Jackson, Nebraska
| City | Jackson |
| County | Dakota |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 68743 |
Off of Leesville Road. Partial power outage...our 220 things don't work (AC, water pump) and some of the lights are dim.
North County Line Road Between Bartley and Shoprite shopping center
Lost power on East veterans and Monarch court from 6:45pm and still ongoing....
Lost power on plantation Blvd Jackson MS Saturday morning
No power since 2am