Power Outage in Kittanning, PA

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WestPenn Power
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Central Electric Cooperative Inc
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United Electric Cooperative Inc
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Penelec
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REA Energy Cooperative
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Kittanning Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

December 23, 2022 - Strong Wind

High wind gusts accompanied a strong low pressure system on December 23rd and continue into December 24th. Measured wind gusts across western PA ranged between 40 to 50mph, sustain winds exceed 30mph. Isolated power outages occurred.

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March 31, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trees and power lines were reported to be downed around Kittanning Township.

West Kittanning - West Kittanning
March 31, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

A power pole was blown down near Route 28.

Center Hill - Center Hill
March 31, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trees were observed to be down on power lines. This was likely as a result of a rear inflow surge.

Kittanning - Kittanning
November 15, 2020 - Thunderstorm Wind

Widespread tree and power line damage was reported across Armstrong County.

West Kittanning - West Kittanning

News

Farmington VFD will host bear station | Local News | theclarionnews.com

LEEPER - The Farmington Township Volunteer Fire Department is again hosting a bear weigh station during this year's bear (rifle) hunting season.

Nov 8, 2022

West Penn Power spending $47 million this year to trim trees to reduce power outages | TribLIVE.com

West Penn Power Co. plans to spend about $47 million to trim trees that could impact power lines and other measures to control vegetation in Allegheny, Armstrong, Fayette, Westmoreland and 14 other counties in the state. “We trim and remove trees to help minimize power outages, particularly during severe weather,”

May 6, 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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Kittanning, Pennsylvania

City Kittanning
County Armstrong
State Pennsylvania (PA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 16201

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