Power Outage in Northport, AL

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Northport Power Outages Caused by Weather

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April 30, 2005 - Tornado

National Weather Service meteorologists conducted a survey across areas just north northwest of Northport. It has been determined the area had experienced an F0 tornado, with winds of estimatedaround 65 mph. The tornado touched down around 416 AM CDT about one half mile west of the CR 86 and US 43 intersection. The tornado then moved northeast, crossing SR 69 and CR 47 before lifting near the end of CR 87 around 424 AM CDT. The tornado damage path was 6.9 miles long and 100 yards wide at its widest point. Numerous trees and power lines were snapped off along the path. The most concentrated damage was near the end of the path from the far southeastern tip of Lake Tuscaloosa to near the end of CR 87. In this area, several homes received minor damage and two homes received significant roof damage due to fallen trees. This storm also produced large hail. The largest hail reported was golf ball size and occurred across the southern parts of Lake Tuscaloosa.Begin: 33 14.95/87 36.40 End: 33 16.27/87 29.46

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May 16, 2003 - Lightning

Lightning apparently struck an electrical breaker cutting off power to about 1,000 people according to Alabama Power Company. Power was restored about 35 minutes later.

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November 10, 2002 - Thunderstorm Wind

The roof was blown off an apartment complex on Rice Mine Road. Ten apartments were subsequently damaged by heavy rain. The roof pieces landed on 7 automobiles causing major damage to the vehicles. A gas station awning was ripped off and carried several hundred yards away. Several trees and power lines were blown down in the area. The Collins-Riverside School sustained moderate damage as part of the roof was torn off and the rooms were flooded.

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May 30, 2002 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trees and power lines were blown down just east of Lake Tuscaloosa.

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December 17, 2001 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trees and power lines were blown down just west of Lake Tuscaloosa. A trailer was blown off its foundation, a roof was partially torn off a house, and some shingles were removed from a church roof. All the damage was located just off SR 69.

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Aug 17, 2022

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Alabama Power is currently working to fix multiple outages after severe thunderstorms across the state.

Jul 21, 2022

Alabama tornado damage after strong storms March 30

A line of severe storms moved through central Alabama Wednesday night, spawning ten tornadoes and leaving damage behind in several counties.

Mar 31, 2022

Alabama weather: Winds, tornadoes cause damage and downed trees

Wednesday night's storms brought winds and tornadoes that downed trees and power lines, but no injuries were reported.

Mar 30, 2022

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From Oklahoma to Maine, over 100 million people will feel the impacts of a strengthening winter storm as it races quickly from the southern Plains to the Northeast through Friday.

Feb 17, 2022

Tuscaloosa Comcast outage linked to high winds, dangerous storms

Tuesday's storms caused widespread issues across Tuscaloosa County, including an approximately 15-hour outage of Comcast services.

May 5, 2021

Thousands without power in Alabama after winter storm

Alabama Power says its storm team is ready to respond to winter weather-related outages in the state.?

Feb 15, 2021

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(WIAT) — Here is the Latest on power outages reported by Alabama Power following Sunday storms: 5 p.m. Power has been restored to many who have been without power since Sunday’s storm. Outages remain in Jefferson, Blount, Montgomery, Walker, Tuscaloosa and Etowah Counties. According to Alabama Power, 13,000 Jefferson County residents are without power. 12 […]

Apr 12, 2020

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Power went out at 7:45am this morning and hasn't been restored.

C. Phillips | August 07, 2020  

48 hours no power. Any clue when we will get it back

McCarthy | August 06, 2020  

Power is still out it’s been over 5 hours

K And | April 13, 2020  

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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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Northport, Alabama

City Northport
County Tuscaloosa
State Alabama (AL)
Country United States
Zip Codes 35473, 35475, 35476

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