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After Ian: Updates for Saturday, Oct. 29
Information we receive about important recovery efforts, relief hotlines and more will be posted here.
Charlotte County faces a long road to recovery after Hurricane Ian | WUSF Public Media
Charlotte County communications director Brian Gleason discusses the recovery efforts in Charlotte County following Hurricane Ian, and what remains to be done.
After Ian: Updates for Tuesday, Oct. 18
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After Ian: Updates for Saturday, Oct. 15
Information we receive about power and utility restoration, food and other important recovery efforts will be posted here.
Florida Response to Hurricane Ian Continues
Sunday update: Power outages on the Suncoast, estimates of restoration Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Power outages across the Suncoast
Sarasota Manatee, North Port, Venice Hurricane Ian wake
Updates on Hurricane Ian aftermath in Sarasota-Manatee, from restaurant openings to flooding, power outages to water distribution
Substantial loss of life' possible in Florida as Hurricane Ian takes aim at South Carolina | CNN Close icon
Ian's vicious combination of winds, rain and storm surge caused at least a dozen deaths, flooded homes, cut off roadways and left millions of Florida residents without power Thursday as it again intensified into a hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean and barreled toward South Carolina.
NHC warns of record river flooding in Tampa Bay area as residents begin cleanup from Hurricane Ian damage
While residents in parts of the Tampa Bay area feel spared by the worst of Hurricane Ian, many will be without power and cleaning up debris for days due to strong winds during the storm. However, the National Hurricane Center warned that central Florida still faces a significant threat of flooding due to the devastating storm.
Sarasota, Florida power outage map: See totals from Hurricane Ian
As Hurricane Ian brings dangerous storm surge, high winds and flooding rain to Florida, here's a look at power outages around Sarasota.
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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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Placida, Florida
| City | Placida |
| County | Charlotte |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 33946 |