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The wind damage from a powerful macroburst started to cause considerable wind damage in eastern parts of Greenwich Township. This then continued farther to the southeast in Gloucester County. There were multiple reports of hundreds of trees and wires down in the Gibbstown area of the township. The roof of Saint Michael's Convent was damaged after it was lifted 10 to 15 feet into the air from the rest of the convent. The roof of a pet store also collapsed. A tree fell through a home on Cucinotta Road. Telephone poles fell across Harmony Road.
A Paulsboro refinery was struck by lightning which caused a loss of power. The refinery then off gassed. No evacuations were needed.
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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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Paulsboro, New Jersey
| City | Paulsboro |
| County | Gloucester |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 08066 |
An mPing report of 3 inch tree limbs or power poles broken.