Power Outage in Richland, SC

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Duke Energy
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Georgia Power
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Jackson Electric Membership Corporation
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Walton EMC
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Blue Ridge Electric Coop
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Richland Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

August 11, 2020 - Thunderstorm Wind

County comms reported multiple trees and power lines in Seneca and vicinity. Minor structural damage was also reported to several businesses.

Richland - Keowee
June 23, 2017 - Thunderstorm Wind

County comms reported numerous trees down with power outages in the area around Old Seneca Rd and Richland Rd.

Richland - Richland
June 22, 2011 - Thunderstorm Wind

Several trees and a few power lines were blown down in and near Westminster. Multiple trees were also blown down along Coffee Rd to the southwest of Walhalla as well as in Walhalla. Several trees fell on homes and vehicles.

Madison - Richland

News

Hurricane Ian makes landfall in South Carolina with more flooding | wltx.com

The state is expected to be dealing with Hurricane Ian's impacts all throughout Friday and perhaps into early Saturday morning.

Sep 30, 2022

What is the number to report a power outage in South Carolina? | wltx.com

High winds, coupled with rain that will soak the ground, will cause some trees to topple onto power lines due to Hurricane Ian.

Sep 30, 2022

Hurricane Ian: Dominion Energy preparations and emergency response - ABC Columbia

Dominion Energy says Hurricane Ian could cause power outages in South Carolina.

Sep 28, 2022

South Carolina school districts plan for Hurricane Ian | wltx.com

Hurricane Ian is forecast to pass through South Carolina on Thursday and Friday, Sept. 29 & 30. Some districts are planning early dismissal, e-learning.

Sep 28, 2022

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Collision causes power outage at South Lafayette Drive and Earle Street.

Sep 3, 2022

SNAP EBT outage in 20 states explained further by USDA | wltx.com

Authorities are sharing new details about a major electronic benefits transfer (EBT) outage that impacted people in South Carolina and across the country.

Aug 29, 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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Richland, South Carolina

City Richland
County Oconee
State South Carolina (SC)
Country United States
Zip Codes 29675

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