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A severe thunderstorm knocked down numerous large trees in Kenneth Square and Kenneth Township. Many homes within Kennett Square sustained water damage after the fallen trees created holes in the roofs. The combination of the damaging winds and lightning across southern Chester County caused power outages that lasted up to twenty-four hours. Of the 45,000 homes and businesses that lost power in the PECO energy service area, Chester County was hardest hit.
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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.
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- Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
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- 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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Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
| City | Kennett Square |
| County | Chester |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 19348 |
A severe thunderstorm knocked down trees and wires in Kennett Square. PECO Energy reported about 59,000 of its customers in Chester County lost power.