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Nicole’s remnants to bring heavy rain, tornado threat to eastern U.S. - The Washington Post The Washington Post Comment on this story ArrowRight GiftOutline Loading... Refresh
Heavy rain will fall from the Gulf Coast to Canada.
Natural Gas Futures, Cash Prices Bounce Back After Bullish Storage Print, Wintry Weather - Natural Gas Intelligence
Natural gas futures rebounded Thursday amid bullish shifts in weather conditions and a lighter-than-expected storage injection -- and despite widespread
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On Friday night, heavy rain and strong winds pushed across central North Carolina.
Trick or Treat times for Southern WV | WVNS Open Navigation Close Navigation
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Spooky season is upon us as the ghouls and goblins rejoice for everyone’s favorite thing about Halloween, trick or treating! Southern West Virginians can refer to this list as we continually update the times you and your family can go and enjoy some candy! If you don’t see your city’s times […]
24.62% of adults in West Virginia are living with mental illness Open Navigation Close Navigation
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) – West Virginia has the second highest number of adults with mental illness, with 24.62%, right behind Utah. This new study done by health experts at NiceRx calculated states spending the most and least on mental health funding, those who are searching for therapists the most, and the states with the highest […]
If gas prices spike, will West Virginia's state gas tax be cut? Open Navigation Close Navigation
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — Gasoline prices are rising again across the United States, including our region. And that is bringing renewed calls for government action. We are no where near those $5 a gallon prices we saw in June, but there is a lot of concern we could be heading back up. Prices at many […]
2022-23 Hunting Seasons in West Virginia Open Navigation Close Navigation
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Hunting has long been thought of as a right of passage for some. A way to bring families together for others. Maybe just a way to enjoy mother nature in Appalachia in all her glory. Some West Virginia hunting seasons are already in session, but more are just around the bend! […]
Raleigh County Adult Learning Center Named West Virginia Program of the Year Open Navigation Close Navigation
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS)– The Raleigh County Adult Learning Center has been named West Virginia Adult Education Program of the Year. The award is given to an education center that excels in enrollment, testing scores and numerous other measures. Tammy Toney, a teacher at the center, says that this award will allow the center to help […]
Why are gas prices going up in West Virginia? | WVNS Open Navigation Close Navigation
AAA is citing the deadly refinery fire in Toledo, Ohio, refinery maintenance in California and increasing demand for increasing gas prices nationally, as well as in West Virginia.
Raleigh County woman pleads guilty to drug distribution from Beckley motel Open Navigation Close Navigation
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A Raleigh County woman pleaded guilty Friday, September 30, 2022 for aiding and abetting the possession with intent to distribute heroin and methamphetamine. Court documents stated on November 8, 2021, officers issued a search warrant for a Beckley hotel room where Krystal Elaine Cresce, 33, of Glen Morgan, was found staying […]
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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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Raleigh, West Virginia
| City | Raleigh |
| County | Raleigh |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 25911 |
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