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Mccomb Power Outages Caused by Weather
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Law enforcement reported multiple locations across the county with trees and power lines down.
Widespread minor to moderate damage to trees and homes was reported across the county. Most structural damage was exterior, such as shingle damage, carport damage, or fascia damage. However, some homes did suffer major damage due to falling trees. Numerous roads were impassable due to downed trees and powerlines, including portions of I-55, US Hwy 51 and several state highways. At the peak, approximately 65% of the county was without power.
Thunderstorm damaging winds downed multiple trees and powerlines near McComb Mississippi.
Zeta produced tropical storm force wind gusts led to isolated power outages across the county. Otherwise, no significant impacts reported.
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Strong to severe thunderstorms developed over southwest Mississippi. Thunderstorm wind gusts downed trees and power lines in several location.
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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.
Mccomb, Mississippi
City | Mccomb |
County | Pike |
State | Mississippi (MS) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 39648, 39649 |
Local emergency manager reported trees downed onto powerlines by thunderstorm winds along Magnolia Progress Road.