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Vehicle struck utility pole causing power issues in Princeton Open Navigation Close Navigation
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — Mercer Dispatch reports a vehicle has struck a utility pole today, November 4, 2022, around 12:30 p.m. in Princeton, WV. A single car struck a utility pole on N. Walker St causing the surrounding area to have power issues. The street remains open and no injuries have been reported. Officers advise […]
Missing Mercer County woman found safe Open Navigation Close Navigation
UPDATE: Monday, October 17, 2022 @ 11:18 AM: PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — According to the West Virginia State Police, Angela Cecil-Lawrence was found safe. Troopers could not disclose where she was found or the state she was in when found. Cecil-Lawrence was originally last seen in Princeton on October 2, 2022. PRINCETON,WV (WVNS) — The […]
West Virginia senior citizens react to inflation and increased benefits | WBOY.com Open Navigation Close Navigation
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — Among the people being hit hardest by continuing high inflation are senior citizens. Every day, Kanawha Valley Senior Services provides more than 650 meals to those in need at nine locations across the county. They also deliver hot meals. Many seniors say they are struggling like everyone else with the high […]
Residents in mobile home park angry at rise in lot rent Open Navigation Close Navigation
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — Residents in a mobile home park in Mercer County are feeling frustrated and confused after finding out that their lot rent is increasing to more than double what they had been paying. Elizabeth Price and her son Elvis Gearheart tell 59News they are frustrated. They have less than 56 days to […]
Breast Cancer 5k scheduled in Princeton Open Navigation Close Navigation
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS)–A local real estate group is holding a run to raise awareness for breast cancer. The Christy Wood Team at Solutions Real Estate planned a charity 5k run or walk event at Glenwood Recreational Park in Princeton. Realtor Courtney Clark Hill said she knows people who are battling breast cancer including her mother. […]
Ian upgraded to hurricane again; region in its path | News | bdtonline.com
BLUEFIELD — Virginians and West Virginians were being advised Thursday to take precautions as remnants of the devastating Hurricane Ian may bring between 3 to 4 inches of rain to
Coronavirus Active Case Trends: north central West Virginia recap for September 23 | WBOY.com Open Navigation Close Navigation
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. – 12 News is producing a weekly look at the trends in active coronavirus cases in north central West Virginia. This recap is released on Fridays, and it shows how the number of active cases has changed from the previous Friday. For the purposes of this report, these recaps will focus on Barbour, […]
West Virginia Medical Cannabis Advisory Board proposes THC cap Open Navigation Close Navigation
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS)–A proposal to cap the potency of medical marijuana could do more harm than good. The West Virginia Medical Cannabis Advisory Board met a few weeks ago to discuss a proposal to cap the potency of THC in medical marijuana to ten percent. Adam Goers, the Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs with […]
The Southern Thunder band competition is back! Open Navigation Close Navigation
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS)–Are you ready for a battle of the bands?! On Saturday, October 1, Princeton Senior High School will host the Southern Thunder competition with local bands from around Southern West Virginia and Southwestern Virginia. They plan to also have a vendor village with food and small businesses. Princeton Senior High School Band Director […]
Princeton Primary delays start to in-person classes Open Navigation Close Navigation
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS)–One Mercer County School had to delay their start to in-person learning again. Princeton Primary School in Mercer County won’t be able to see their students in person just yet. Principal Kelli Stanley said she learned about the hold-up last week. She said it was disappointing to know but she understood completely. “We […]
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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.
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- 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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Princeton, West Virginia
| City | Princeton |
| County | Mercer |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 24739, 24740 |
Power has gone out 27 times so far since 1230 today
Omg how do we live in a newly devolved area and new home and power is always going out literally all The time please send someone out to see why everyone looses power alllllllllll the time
We have power outage for over 2 hours what’s going on?
We have power outage for over 2 hours what’s going on?
I live in Princeton on 3rd st. Power has been out over 72 hours. This is not right for everyone living in Princeton. Food, water and not to mention gas to fuel cars. Please help