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A National Weather Service survey determined that an EF1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 90 MPH and a maximum path width of 100 yards briefly touched down in Clayton County. Damage was first surveyed along Bethsaida Road near the intersection with Lakefield Forrest Drive where several trees were uprooted or snapped and several power lines were blown down. The tornado moved southeast reaching its maximum intensity as it crossed West Fayetteville Road snapping or uprooting numerous trees, including several which fell onto homes along Bethaven Road and Zebulon Court. The tornado continued southeast along Bethaven Road, lifting before it reached the intersection of Bethaven road and Monarch Drive. [3/1/21: Tornado #1, County #1/1, EF-1, Clayton, 2021:005].
The local electric utility company reported scattered power lines blown down from south of Riverdale to Morrow. Locations include Lyle Drive, Martha Drive and Brian Lane, and Castleton Lane.
The Clayton County 911 Center and the public reported several trees and numerous power lines down, mainly in the Riverdale area. One tree fell on a car.
The Clayton County 911 Center reported that numerous trees and power lines were downed across the county, mainly in the northern portion. The worst damage was concentrated along Thornhedge Drive.
An off duty National Weather Service employee observed a few trees and at least one power line down along Georgia Highway 314 from just north of the Fayette county line to approximately two miles south of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
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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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Riverdale, Georgia
| City | Riverdale |
| County | Clayton |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 30274, 30296 |
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