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Power outage in Oil Trough, Arkansas? Contact your local utility company.
Craighead Electric Cooperative Corporation
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Oil Trough Power Outages Caused by Weather
Events
February 11, 2009 - Thunderstorm Wind
Damage was reported to businesses in the Oil Trough and Pleasant Plains areas. Power lines were also reported down in this area.
Oil Trough - Pleasant Plains
July 19, 2001 - Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorm winds blew down some trees and power lines.
Oil Trough - Oil Trough
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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.
Oil Trough, Arkansas
| City | Oil Trough |
| County | Independence |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 72564 |
Power lines were blown down.