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Several healthy trees, around 14 to 16 inches in diameter, snapped about 3 feet above the ground. The fell over the roadway, along with some power lines.
There was a powerline down at 3rd and Cherry Street in Rich Hill.
Semi-trailer flipped over and a power pole down.
Trees up to 3 feet in diameter, and power lines, were reported down.
News
Transformer fires cause power outage in Mt. Juliet | Community | wilsonpost.com
Two transformer fires near Green Hill High School caused power outages for residents for about an hour Friday afternoon.
Six Flags Great Adventure closed during power outage
Hurricane Harbor and Wild Safari are operating as scheduled, according to a Six Flags spokeswoman.
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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.
Rich Hill, Missouri
City | Rich Hill |
County | Bates |
State | Missouri (MO) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 64779 |
Several powerlines were down near Rich Hill.