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Nearly 16,000 Still Without Power In New Hampshire: Update | Concord, NH Patch
Nearly 16,000 Still Without Power In New Hampshire: Update - Concord, NH - Seacoast, Lakes Region, and western New Hampshire communities hit hardest; 60 mph wind gusts, quarter-size hail; possible tornado reported.
NH State, Local Police Target Route 125 for Summer Safety Patrols loading... loading...
The patrols will monitor the approximately 30 mile stretch between Epping and Milton for the rest of the summer, looking for impaired, distracted, and speeding drivers.
Motorcyclist Struck by Car on Route 125 in Plaistow, NH
Matthew Wilson suffered serious injuries in his lower extremities in the crash early Friday morning and was flown by medical helicopter to Tufts Medical Center.
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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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Plaistow, New Hampshire
| City | Plaistow |
| County | Rockingham |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 03865 |
After surveying severe thunderstorm damage in the Town of Plaistow, the National Weather Service confirmed that the damage was caused by a microburst. Wind gusts estimated at 80 to 90 mph snapped or uprooted hundreds of trees in the southern section of the town. The microburst affected an area about 2 miles wide and 1.6 miles in length. Numerous structures were damaged by falling trees. Dozens of utility poles and wires were also downed leading to widespread power outages.