Power Outage in Purlear, NC

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Power outage in Purlear, North Carolina? Contact your local utility company.

Duke Energy
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(800) 769-3766 Report Online
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Georgia Power
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(888) 891-0938 Report Online
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EnergyUnited
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(800) 386-4833 Report Online
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BlueRidge Energy
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(800) 448-2383
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Surry-Yadkin Electric Membership Corporation
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(336) 356-8241
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Purlear Power Outages Caused by Weather

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August 11, 2006 - Thunderstorm Wind

A severe thunderstorm blew a tree down across a power line in the Purlear community.

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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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Purlear, North Carolina

City Purlear
County Wilkes
State North Carolina (NC)
Country United States
Zip Codes 28665

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