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Tens of thousands of Oklahomans lost power this week as snow and sub-zero temperatures rolled in. Those power outages might continue in the days ahead.
Porum Public Schools close Thursday due to citywide power outage | KTUL
A citywide power outage Thursday morning forced Porum Public Schools to close. The superintendent said the town was without power, but they plan to reopen the school as normal on Friday. The city said their electricity has been restored. They are still investigating the cause of the outage.
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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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Porum, Oklahoma
City | Porum |
County | Muskogee |
State | Oklahoma (OK) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 74455 |
Strong thunderstorm wind blew down numerous trees and power poles in and around Porum.