Power Outage in Kennewick, WA

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Richland Utilities
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Pacific Power
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Kennewick Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

September 15, 2013 - Thunderstorm Wind

Weather station measured a wind gust of 62 mph. Power went out at 715 pm. Wind blew down tree limbs 4 to 5 inches in diameter.

Kennewick Vista Arpt - Kennewick Vista Arpt
September 5, 2013 - Thunderstorm Wind

Few power lines down and limbs on power lines. Power out until Friday morning for for some customers in the county.

(Rld)Richland Arpt - (Rld)Richland Arpt
May 19, 2006 - Thunderstorm Wind

Numerous trees and powerlines down, some on houses and cars.

Finley - Finley

Episodes

April 23, 2005

High wind gusts from a thunderstorm estimated at 58 MPH knocked down power lines in Kennewick.

News

New requirements for entry in place at Toyota Center | News | nbcrightnow.com

KENNEWICK, Wash. - The Toyota Center has released its new entry policy just in time for the Tri-City Americans opening home game.

Oct 7, 2022

Power back on in Richland after transformer blows | Top Video | nbcrightnow.com

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Sep 29, 2022

North Richland Goes Dark After Car Takes Out Power Pole loading...

Late Sunday night, a car carrying two persons slammed into a power pole on Stevens Drive, downing lines and knocking out power for much of north Richland.

Sep 19, 2022

Large fire off I-182 East and Queensgate Dr. spreading close to homes | News | nbcrightnow.com

RICHLAND, Wash. - A car rollover caused a large fire near I-182 headed east, according to the Richland Police Department. The fire is spreading over the Queensgate overpass.

Aug 14, 2022

Car collides with transformer, causes power outage | News | nbcrightnow.com

RICHLAND, Wash. - One car rammed into a transformer around Leslie Road and Mountain View Lane around 8:30 p.m. on August 12, causing a power outage in the area, according

Aug 13, 2022

Tri-Cities scientists, engineers help Puerto Rico's grid resiliency - YakTriNews.com

In 2017, Hurricane Maria wiped out Puerto Rico's power grid. Tri-Cities scientists and engineers have created a tool to prevent that from happening again.

Aug 10, 2022

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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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Kennewick, Washington

City Kennewick
County Benton
State Washington (WA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 99336, 99337, 99338

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