Power Outage in Longboat Key, FL

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Longboat Key Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

March 31, 2011 - Thunderstorm Wind

Emergency Management reported roof, gutter, and carport damage to several mobile homes in a mobile home park on Longboat Key. Powerlines were also down in the park.

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News

Tropical Storm Nicole updates in Sarasota and Manatee counties: SRQ wind gusts to 51 mph | Sarasota | Your Observer

Forecasters envision 35-40 mph winds and the potential for some storm surge.

Nov 10, 2022

Tropical Storm Nicole path: Sarasota, Manatee weather effects

Live updates tracking effects of Hurricane Nicole in the Sarasota and Manatee area.

Nov 10, 2022

Live updates on Nicole | WUSF Public Media

Get the latest news and information on Nicole from WUSF

Nov 9, 2022

Solar power users have different experiences during a storm | Longboat Key | Your Observer

Battery backup power kept one Longboat household lit up during Hurricane Ian.

Oct 31, 2022

Comcast connection and service progress to SWFL residents

Comcast is working hard to get a connection back to its customers after the damage Hurricane Ian caused...

Oct 10, 2022

Longboat Key power essentially restored | Longboat Key | Your Observer

FPL reports 100% restoration though a handful of individual customers might still require attention.

Oct 7, 2022

Hurricane Ian: Food Distribution, Debris Pickup, Sarasota Transit | Sarasota, FL Patch

Hurricane Ian: Food Distribution, Debris Pickup, Sarasota Transit - Sarasota, FL - Check out the latest about Sarasota County's Hurricane Ian recovery efforts: power outages, boil water advisories, sandbags, schools closed.

Oct 3, 2022

Anna Maria Island dodges Hurricane Ian’s bullets - AMI Sun

Most of the Island remained without power as of Saturday afternoon after Hurricane Ian passed through the area earlier in the week.

Oct 2, 2022

All Manatee County residents have water service again | East County | Your Observer

Manatee County officials head to Myakka City to provide relief.

Oct 1, 2022

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When will power be restored on Longboat Key, FL?

Howard | March 05, 2021  

we live at longboat harbor; when will we resume power?

janice doherty | March 25, 2020  

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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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Longboat Key, Florida

City Longboat Key
County Manatee
State Florida (FL)
Country United States
Zip Codes 34228

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