Power Outage in Oak Ridge, TN

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Power outage in Oak Ridge, Tennessee? Contact your local utility company.

City of Oak Ridge Electric Department
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(865) 425-1803
Duke Energy
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(800) 769-3766 Report Online
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KUB
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(865) 524-2911 Report Online
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Blue Ridge Electric Coop
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(888) 258-3743 Report Online
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Clinton Utilities Board
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(865) 457-9232
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Oak Ridge Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

May 28, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trees down around Anderson, and some power outages.

Leinart - Leinart
April 14, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

Widespread power lines and trees were downed across Oak Ridge. Multiple trees fell on commercial buildings, homes, and across roads. A rook was partially blown off a building on Warehouse Road.

Batley - Batley
February 24, 2016 - Thunderstorm Wind

Several power lines and trees were reported down along Lee Road.

South Clinton - South Clinton
June 22, 2009 - Thunderstorm Wind

Law enforcement personnel reported a few trees and powerlines downed by thunderstorm winds countywide. In addition, a home in Claxton was damaged by a falling tree from the wind.

South Clinton - South Clinton
June 16, 2009 - Thunderstorm Wind

Law enforcement personnel reported numerous trees and powerlines downed by thunderstorm winds in the Clinton area.

South Clinton - South Clinton

Episodes

June 28, 2021

Thunderstorms that developed in the late afternoon hours of June 28 produced wind gusts that brought down numerous trees and power lines across parts of East Tennessee.

September 28, 2006

One tree and several power lines were reported down near Claxton.

July 28, 2006

Several trees and power lines were reported down between the Briceville highway and the Old Dutch Valley road about one mile west of Medford.

July 28, 2006

A tree was reported down on a power line at 124 Mirmar Circle in Oak Ridge.

September 16, 2004

Numerous trees and power lines were reported down across the county from 730 pm on 9/16/04 through 500 am on 9/17/04.

News

Tennessee Valley Authority PARRS A 2029 (TVE) Q4 2022 Earnings Call Transcript | Seeking Alpha

Tennessee Valley Authority PARRS A 2029 (NYSE:NYSE:TVE) Q4 2022 Earnings Conference Call November 15, 2022 9:30 A.M.

Nov 15, 2022

Katy Edition | November 2022

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Nov 7, 2022

Accident causes 'major power outages' near Robertsville Rd in Oak Ridge Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal

The Oak Ridge Police Department is warning the public to avoid the area of Robertsville Road.

Sep 21, 2022

Sussex County and Morris County power outage after I-80 accident

80,000 customers were knocked out before crews started re-routing power to substations in Morris and Sussex counties.

Aug 9, 2022

Floods, power outages reported in East TN Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal

Heavy rain and thunderstorms have brought flooding and power outages to parts of Anderson, Blount and Knox counties.

Jul 20, 2022

Major water main break in Oak Ridge | wbir.com

A "major" water main break in Oak Ridge is causing water issues city-wide, according to the Oak Ridge Police Department.

Jun 17, 2022

Is There a Power Outage in Knoxville? LCUB Issues Customer Alert

Newsweek has everything you need to know on what is occurring in Knoxville, if there's a power outage and if so how long it's expected to last.

Jun 15, 2022

Power outages reported in East TN amid storms, wind, wildfires Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal

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Mar 31, 2022

User Comments…

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Yes, Off West Outer/ Morningside Dr.

William F | May 27, 2021  

The power went out at 5 pm Tuesday and as of Thursday evening it was still out . Is there any possible time frame for getting power back on ? Some information would be nice.

Daniel Braun | August 07, 2020  

Does the outage include Benbow-Merrill Road?

Dianne Ziglar | December 10, 2018  

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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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Oak Ridge, Tennessee

City Oak Ridge
County Anderson
State Tennessee (TN)
Country United States
Zip Codes 37830, 37831

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