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A roof of a medivac hanger was blown off and hit a house in a mobile home park due to thunderstorm winds. Power outages as well.
A severe thunderstorm tore down seven utility poles in Kutztown. The same severe thunderstorm tore down several trees. The combination of the wind and lightning caused about 1,000 homes and businesses to lose power in thirteen municipalities in Berks County including Reading, Douglassville, Bernville and Kutztown.
Lightning struck the peak of a three story house on East Main Street in Kutztown. The ensuing fire caused the ceiling to collapse in one apartment before the fire was extinguished. Damage was estimated at $10,000. About 1,500 homes and businesses lost power throughout the county due to the combination of damaging winds and lightning strikes.
A severe thunderstorm damaged the second and third floors as well as the roof of a toothbrush manufacturing plant in Kutztown. The roof and part of the third story wall of the plant were partially knocked down. The main stairwell in the plant was also destroyed. Elsewhere a Chinese Restaurant in the borough lost its display sign. Several trees and lines were knocked down on and around Main Street. Tree debris covered one playground set. About 5,000 homes and businesses in the area lost power.
A line of severe thunderstorms knocked down several trees and power lines across the central third and south central parts of Berks County. These included parts of the following municipalities: Bethel, Exeter, Maxatawny, Mount Penn, Reading, Richmond, Penhurst and Womelsdorf. About 2,500 homes and businesses lost power. Power was restored within about one hour.
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Losito Family Benefit raises nearly $8K for Kutztown family after house fire
The Losito Family Benefit, featuring live music on May 14, raised nearly $8,000 for a Kutztown family who are rebuilding after a house fire.
Hundreds still without power due to high winds, more outages possible | Lehigh Valley Regional News | wfmz.com
More power outages could be possible Saturday due to expected gusty winds.
Temporary power shutoff planned in parts of Washington Township for system upgrades | TribLIVE.com
Several hundred residents in Washington Township will have their electric power shut off for part of the day on Wednesday so upgrades can be made to West Penn Power’s facilities, utility officials announced. The planned power outage will affect 229 customers in the area of Goldfinch and Mallard drives as
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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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Kutztown, Pennsylvania
| City | Kutztown |
| County | Berks |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 19530 |
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