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Several trees and power lines were downed by thunderstorm winds mostly in the northern portion of the county.
Several trees and power lines were downed by thunderstorm winds mostly in the northern portion of the county.
Skywarn-trained weather spotters and members of the general public observed ice accumulations from freezing rain ranging from 0.13 to 0.4 inches in thickness across portions of Monroe County, including around the communities of Wayside, Bozoo and Gap Mills. Sleet accumulations of 1 to 1.5 inches were observed in these same communities, while snowfall accumulations of 0.5 to 2 inches were also observed. Key impacts: power outages; hazardous travel conditions; tree damage; schools closed.
Thunderstorm winds downed hundreds of trees and many power lines across the county. The greatest concentration of downed trees was to the north and west of Union. The damage extended into the Lindside area where a tree fell onto a moving vehicle. One occupant of the vehicle sustained scrapes and bruises. Damage values are estimated.
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Thunderstorm winds downed a tree on power lines.
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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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Peterstown, West Virginia
| City | Peterstown |
| County | Monroe |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 24963 |
Wind gusts downed several trees and power lines. Periodic wind gust to over 35 mph continued through the middle of the night. Damage values are estimated.