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How to Report Power Outage
Power outage in Leighton, Alabama? Contact your local utility company.
Sheffield Utilities
Report an Outage
(256) 389-2478
Muscle Shoals Electric Board
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(256) 386-9293
Tuscumbia Utilities
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(256) 383-0321
Franklin Electric Cooperative
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(256) 332-2730
Leighton Power Outages Caused by Weather
Events
August 7, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind
Trees and powerlines were blown down at this location.
Leighton - Leighton
June 7, 2014 - Thunderstorm Wind
A few trees and power lines were downed by thunderstorm winds.
Ford City - Leighton
August 2, 2008 - Thunderstorm Wind
A few power lines were downed by severe thunderstorm winds near Colbert County High School.
Leighton - Leighton
October 24, 2001 - Thunderstorm Wind
Power lines were blown down in Leighton according to State Police.
Leighton - Leighton
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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.
Leighton, Alabama
| City | Leighton |
| County | Colbert |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 35646 |
Trees and powerlines were knocked down near the intersections of Main Street and New High School Street.