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Several trees and power poles were blown down on East Street and Ball Park Road in Mamou. A few homes received minor roof damage. Winds were estimated around 70 mph.
NWS Storm Survey found microburst wind damage along a 3 mile long path from 3 miles WSW of Mamou to 2 miles SSW of Mamou. Along Highway 104 near LD Verette Road several homes received minor damage and outbuildings were blown over. Numerous trees and power lines were blown down. Along Highway 13 south of Mamou, two power poles were snapped and several others were blown down. All damage was in a NW to SE direction with estimated winds around 80 mph.
NWS Storm Survey found microburst wind damage across Mamou, with the worst damage in the northeastern half of town. A roof was blown off a medical building on the west side of Country Club Lane. Debris from the building was thrown across the road and struck the Savoy Hospital, breaking numerous windows on the third floor and damaging several vehicles in the parking lot. Several homes received damage to roofs and siding, with the patio of one home collapsing. Numerous large trees and power lines were blown down, with some power poles being snapped off near the ballpark. Power was knocked out to the entire town for nearly 24 hours. All damage was in a NW to SE direction with estimated winds around 80 mph.
A strong tornado began near Duralde, and ended near Mamou. Along the way, a home on Valentine Road lost part of its roof, causing one minor injury. A home of Highway 374 was severely damaged when it was knocked off its foundation. Along Duculus Road, two homes lost most of their roofs. One unoccupied, tied-down mobile home was tossed to the northwest over 100 yards and split in half. Another mobile home was thrown in a counter-clockwise motion over 200 yards and was destroyed, resulting in two fatalities and one serious injury. Near the end of the path on Highway 104, a home lost part of its roof. Numerous trees and power lines were blown down along the path.
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Cleco to begin periodic power outages to some customers
Cleco says they have been instructed to reduce demand on the power grid by beginning power outages to customers in Eunice, Opelousas, Ville Platte, Mamou, Oakdale and Washington.
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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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Mamou, Louisiana
| City | Mamou |
| County | Evangeline |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 70554 |
The Evangeline Parish OEP reports trees and power lines down in Mamou south of Highway 104 and east of Highway 95 along Vrangus Road.