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New Glarus Power Outages Caused by Weather
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Law enforcement officials reported trees and power lines blown down by thunderstorm wind gusts estimated up to 70 mph (61 knots) in a 6-mile wide swath between New Glarus and Monticello. New Glarus was completely without power for a time after the storms.
Emergency management officials reported trees and numerous power lines were blown down throughout the county by severe thunderstorm wind gusts estimated at 56 knots (64 mph). A window at a car dealership in Monroe was blown out by the damaging winds.
A trained spotter reported trees and power lines downed by powerful thunderstorm wind gusts estimated at 80 mph (74 knots) in the town of New Glarus. One car was totally damaged when struck by a falling tree, with roof shingles blown off several homes.
Powerful thunderstorm winds, accompanied by heavy rains, uprooted several large trees in and around Monticello, and broken tree branches snapped several power lines.
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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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New Glarus, Wisconsin
| City | New Glarus |
| County | Green |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 53574 |
Power pole down in New Glarus with two trees down outside of New Glarus.