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Update: September 11, 2022 HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Hattiesburg city leaders announced that water samples came back clear. Neighbors no longer need to boil their water. Update: September 10, 2022 HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – City leaders announced the water main break was repaired on Saturday, September 10. Neighbors who live in the affected areas noted […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader
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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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Mc Lain, Mississippi
| City | Mc Lain |
| County | Greene |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 39456 |