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Power outage in Rapidan, Virginia? Contact your local utility company.
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative
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City of Culpeper Light and Power Department
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(540) 825-8165
News
After week of winter storms, Va. power companies work to restore power to customers - WTOP News
Power companies in Virginia hope that the calmer weekend weather will allow their crews to restore power to residents after this week’s winter storms.
Jan 8, 2022
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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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Rapidan, Virginia
City | Rapidan |
County | Culpeper |
State | Virginia (VA) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 22733 |