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Friday evening thunderstorms fell trees; lightning causes fires, power outages - The Boston Globe email Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments
Friday's storms hit hardest in Greater Worcester, but were brief and had wound down by early evening, according to the National Weather Service in Norton.
Snow in April? Wintry mix blankets Western Massachusetts; overnight storm leaves thousands without power - masslive.com
Among those touched by power outages overnight: the National Weather Service's Boston office.
‘If you need to go out, be careful’: After nor’easter blasts coast, thousands may wait days for electricity - The Boston Globe email Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments
More than 332,000 customers in Massachusetts were without power early Thursday morning, mostly south of Boston. Officials said it may be days before power is fully restored. Roads and schools were closed, and hundreds of trees and limbs were down after the strong storm.
Nor'easter downs trees, power outages on most of Cape Cod and Islands
High winds, wet soil and leafy trees resulted in massive power outages across Cape Cod and Eastern Massachusetts as a major nor'easter hit the region.
Nor'easter brings bomb cyclone, high wind, power outage to New Bedford
A nor’easter that turned into an official “bomb cyclone” leaves a swath of power outages and fallen trees, limbs, and wires.
South Shore expected to be without power for days after storm
Nearly 500,000 customers were still without power when Baker took the podium at a 3 p.m. press conference Wednesday.
Storm sweeps through Attleboro area, taking out trees, power, closing some schools | Local News | thesunchronicle.com
Damaging winds and rain from a “bomb cyclone” knocked out power to thousands of homes in the area late Tuesday night into Wednesday as it also toppled trees across roads
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@TarikGrossi Yep heavy wet snow likely causes power outages. Wind will be on the low side tho
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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Norton, Massachusetts
| City | Norton |
| County | Bristol |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 02766 |