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Four killed in NC due to Hurricane Ian | Anson Record
RALEIGH — As Ian’s winds and rains leave North Carolina and the work of cleanup and power restoration is underway, Governor Roy Cooper cautions residents to be…
NWS confirms EF-2 tornado caused damage in Anson, Stanly counties Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Aerial footage from WBTV’s Sky3 Friday morning showed a house with significant damage on Wightman Church Road near Little Road in the town of Polkton.
Power outage connected to storm in Charlotte, Duke Energy says | wcnc.com
WCNC Charlotte received photos of the damage, which showed damage on S. Torrence Street and Main Street.
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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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Polkton, North Carolina
City | Polkton |
County | Anson |
State | North Carolina (NC) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 28135 |
Power lines reported down in the town of Polkton.