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Police reports | Mt. Airy News
A Mount Airy woman has been jailed on an assault and battery charge for allegedly hitting another woman, according to city police reports.
Ribbon cutting greets pet memorial garden | Mt. Airy News
Another milestone has been reached at a local facility where beloved pets can be memorialized or honored in granite.
Hearing slated for Edgewood Drive rezoning | Mt. Airy News
A public hearing is scheduled Thursday night on the proposed annexation and rezoning of property in the Walmart area to aid future development.
Surry County Most Wanted | Mt. Airy News
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety, Division of Adult Correction is seeking information on the whereabouts of the following individuals…
SCC president receives award from UQMI | Mt. Airy News
Surry Community College President Dr. David Shockley was recognized by The united quality management institute (UQMI) with an award and letter of commendation…
Surry Central students attend FFA convention | Mt. Airy News
Surry Central High School FFA officers recently attended the 95th National FFA Convention and Expo, held Oct. 26-29 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
SECU Foundation provides scholarships to 17 | Mt. Airy News
Seventeen Surry Community College workforce training students were recently awarded the SECU Bridge to Career Scholarship established by the State Employees’…
Halloween/fall festival planned downtown | Mt. Airy News
An event next Tuesday in downtown Mount Airy will have a dual purpose of celebrating autumn and a certain holiday at the end of the month.
Family calls for action after tragedy | Mt. Airy News
Mount Airy resident Diane Felts passed away in late September from in a drowning accident while on vacation at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina…
N.C. Granite has solid future, leader says | Mt. Airy News
It’s quite unusual for a speaker at a meeting in Mount Airy to be introduced using French, but this occurred before an official of North Carolina Granite Corp.
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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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Ridgecrest, North Carolina
| City | Ridgecrest |
| County | Buncombe |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 28770 |
Power outage at 1858 South Mike's Trail, Ridgecrest, CA 93555.