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Plaquemine Power Outages Caused by Weather

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August 29, 2021 - Hurricane

Ida���s winds were responsible for minor to moderate damage, mainly across the southern portions of the parish. Several trees and power lines were downed, with a few poles down as well. Most structural damage was in the form of shingle damage or other fascia damage. A few properties suffered major damage due to falling trees or large tree limbs. Many of the parish���s sugar cane crops were also damaged by the strong winds. Roughly 60% of electric customers were without power during the peak.

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October 9, 2020 - Tropical Storm

Delta produced widespread sustained tropical storm force winds resulting in minor to moderate impacts across the parish mainly due to downed trees and power lines. Peak wind gusts across most of the parish are estimated in the 60 to 70 mph range, but higher gusts may have occurred across the far western portion of the parish closest to Delta's center. At the peak, approximately 40 percent of the parish was without power. A few structures also suffered minor roof and siding damage.

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July 13, 2019 - Tropical Storm

Frequent tropical storm force wind gusts resulted in minor damage to mobile homes and other light weight structures. Damage mainly consisted of shingles blown off or porch roof damage. A few trees and large branches were also downed, and it is estimated that 30 percent of the parish was without power at the peak of the storm. Best estimate rainfall totals across the parish ranged from 3 to 8 inches, with the highest totals in the far eastern portion of the parish near the Ascension Parish line. The highest observed rainfall was 6.74 inches near Carville at site CRVL1.

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February 23, 2016 - Tornado

The tornado caused intermittent damage along its track near White Castle. Damage consisted of peeled back tin roofs, damage to power lines, and large tree branches downed. Maximum wind speeds were estimated near 65 mph.

Samtown - Pt Clair
February 23, 2016 - Tornado

The tornado caused intermittent damage along its track near White Castle. Damage consisted of peeled back tin roofs, damage to power lines, and large tree branches downed. Maximum wind speeds were estimated near 65 mph.

Samtown - Pt Clair

News

Power outages reported across Jeff Davis Parish Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

Residents of several communities in southern Jeff Davis Parish are without power Tuesday night.

Sep 6, 2022

Nearly 2,000 residents without power in SWLA Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

Nearly 2,000 residents in Southwest Louisiana are without power, primarily in the DeRidder and Moss Bluff areas.

Aug 24, 2022

BRPROUD | 1 injured in Plaquemine shooting Friday, Iberville sheriff’s office investigating Open Navigation Close Navigation

PLAQUEMINE, La. (BRPROUD) – The Iberville Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting Friday afternoon in Plaquemine. According to the sheriff’s office, a funeral for a murdered Baton Rouge victim was taking place on the corner of Highway 77 and Talbot Drive when shots were fired around 12:30 p.m. A male victim was injured. The […]

Aug 12, 2022

Power outages around BR area take out lights, stall traffic in busy areas

BATON ROUGE - Power outages across the capital area slowed traffic as lights in busy areas were taken out by bad weather Friday morning.

Jul 21, 2022

Live updates: Storms move through New Orleans, flooding streets and knocking out power | Weather | nola.com

Heavy rainfall in New Orleans East has outpaced drainage pump capacity, S&WB says

Jun 10, 2022

Olin expects lengthy power, production outages in Texas, Louisiana: CEO | S&P Global Commodity Insights

Olin s overall output of chlor alkali and other products will remain tight through most of 2022 because of extended production and power outages, CEO Scott Sutton said April 29.

Apr 29, 2022

Plaquemine chlorine leak largest in years, but EPA says it wasn't enough for mild symptoms | News | theadvocate.com

An Olin Chemical chlorine leak last week that sent poisonous chlorine gas wafting into neighborhoods in Plaquemine and prompted 39 people to go to the hospital released an estimated 6,512

Apr 29, 2022

At least 23 hospitalized after chlorine leak at chemical plant near Plaquemine, officials say | Environment | theadvocate.com

Nearly two dozen people were hospitalized in the 30 hours following an overnight chlorine gas leak outside the Dow Hydrocarbons complex, the Iberville Parish president said Thursday.

Apr 21, 2022

Power to be out in parts of Plaquemines Parish today | wwltv.com

The outage will affect residences and businesses between Barriere Road to the Intracoastal Canal.

Mar 16, 2022

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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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Plaquemine, Louisiana

City Plaquemine
County Iberville
State Louisiana (LA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 70764, 70765

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