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Pickwick Electric Cooperative
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(866) 260-4025
Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation
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Chickasaw Electric Cooperative
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South Plains Electric Cooperative
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Bolivar Energy Authority
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Thousands still remain without power after winter storm Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Nearly 7,500 Entergy Arkansas customers remained without power Saturday afternoon following a winter storm that dumped sleet and freezing rain on trees and powerlines.
Feb 23, 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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Pocahontas, Tennessee
| City | Pocahontas |
| County | Hardeman |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 38061 |
A tornado crossed into Hardeman County from Tippah County, Mississippi. The tornado tracked northeast hitting Pocahontas before moving into McNairy County. One fatality occurred in Pocahontas when a single wide trailer was destroyed. Two injuries also occurred. In total, one home was completely destroyed. Thirteen homes sustained major damage with another five receiving very minor damage. Two mobile homes were destroyed with another two receiving minor damage. Numerous trees were snapped and debarked in the area. In addition, power lines were knocked down as well.