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West Virginia coal miner dies at Kanawha Eagle Coalburg Tunnel mine Open Navigation Close Navigation
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – A West Virginia coal miner has died, according to West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin’s Office. A statement from the senator’s office identified the miner as Kristofer Ball, 34, of Chapmanville, West Virginia. The incident happened at Kanawha Eagle Mining Coalburg Tunnel Mine on Thursday evening, Sept. 1, 2022, according to Manchin’s […]
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.
West Virginia newlyweds lose everything in Kanawha County flooding | WOWK Open Navigation Close Navigation
Just back from their honeymoon, newlyweds Hunter and Brooksanna McGary were ready to start their new life together.
PSC wants answers from Frontier about extended outages Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Frontier is being asked to provide all trouble tickets from West Virginia customers submitted between June 8, 2022, and Aug. 5, 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.
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Power was reported still out to hundreds of NYSEG customers in Chenango County and Tioga County early August 5.
PSC launches investigation into Frontier after communities go weeks without services | WCHS
David Lucas. Laurel Fork Road Resident. “I mean how do you get the help that you need? ”
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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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Kanawha Head, West Virginia
| City | Kanawha Head |
| County | Upshur |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 26228 |