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Heavy snow, strong wind from Massachusetts nor'easter 'starting to pick up in intensity'
"It is guaranteed to be at least, minimally, a top 10 all-time snowstorm for Boston."
South Shore continues to struggle with power failures
Power failures abound on the South Shore after this week's storm.
‘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.
Hundreds of thousands of power outages remain on chilly night - 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 180,000 Massachusetts electric customers, mostly on the South Shore and Cape Cod, were still without power Thursday evening, heading into a chilly night, as restoration efforts continued after Wednesday’s nasty nor’easter.
Hanover police shut down gas station after long lines develop
Many in southeastern Massachusetts are searching for gas stations that have power, and when they do find one, have waited hours in line to get in.
Nor'easter slams South Shore, MA with strong wind, heavy rain
The South Shore bore the brunt of power failures with several towns at near 100 percent customers without power.
School cancellations MA list for Oct. 27 as storm causes power outages
As more than 400,000 customers in Massachusetts are without power, many local schools have closed for the day on Wednesday. Here's a list.
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.
Strong Nor’easter Wind Knocks Out Power in Mass. – NBC Boston
Hundreds of people were already without power Tuesday morning in Massachusetts as wind gusts reached 20 mph. And the wind is expected to intensify significantly...
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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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Norwell, Massachusetts
City | Norwell |
County | Plymouth |
State | Massachusetts (MA) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 02061 |
Power has been out since 6pm yesterday