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Wind gusts were estimated to be 60 to 65 mph on the gust front of the storm, and this downed multiple trees in town. One tree fell onto power lines causing the pole to snap. Time estimated from radar data.
The county emergency manager reported power poles and trees were snapped from Ladora to Marengo. Some of these trees fell on houses and other buildings.
Semi blown over with power out.
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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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Marengo, Iowa
| City | Marengo |
| County | Iowa |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 52301 |
Power went out on twnship rd 187 with a loud bang