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This is a continuation of a tornado that tracked from Goodhue County in Minnesota, then across the Mississippi River near Diamond Bluff. This tornado tracked for 0.6 miles in Pierce County before dissipating. EF0 damage was observed from trees and power lines based on a storm survey.
Numerous trees and power lines were blown down from near Ellsworth, west to the intersection of Highway 10 and County Road O.
Several trees and power lines were blown down east of Prescott, Wisconsin.
About one dozen trees down across town, including some on power lines and vehicles.
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“Some people told me it was like an explosion,” Waltham Mayor Jeannette A. McCarthy said of the transformers on utility poles that failed. “It was scary, honestly, because it sounded like a gunshot.”
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Those planning to visit a zoo in Hilo today unfortunately will have to reschedule their trip.
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Wisconsin Public Service crews are currently working to repair a pair of outages caused by the thunderstorms that moved through Wednesday morning.
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Broome County government offices located in the former Sears the former Oakdale Mall were delayed opening until 10 a.m. October 6 due to a power issue.
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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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River Falls, Wisconsin
| City | River Falls |
| County | Pierce |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 54022 |
A ten mile long and three mile wide swath of damaging wind hit far northeast Pierce County. Several hundred trees were knocked down, with many across roads and power lines, and a few on houses and cars. A roof was partially blown off a house two miles southwest of Spring Valley. A barn was blown down four miles west-northwest of Spring Valley.