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Strong winds blew down a power line on Swindell Forest Road in Swanquarter.
Strong winds blew over or snapped several wooden electrical poles on the north part of Ocracoke Island. Power was knocked out for several hours across Ocracoke Island.
Power lines blown down by strong winds on Ocracoke Island.
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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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Ocracoke, North Carolina
| City | Ocracoke |
| County | Hyde |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 27960 |
Tideland EMC reported several hundred customers without power due to trees on power lines. The time was estimated based on radar data.