Power Outage in Rome, OH

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Rome Power Outages Caused by Weather

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June 21, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

Rome Rock Creek Road closed between Ketchum Road and Callender Road due to multiple snapped power poles. Location about two-miles southeast of Rock Creek.

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WalMart, Giant Eagle, PetSmart in Boardman lose power Open Navigation Close Navigation

BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – Walmart and other stores in Boardman were temporarily closed Wednesday due to a power outage. According to FirstEnergy, Walmart and Giant Eagle completely lost power, while PetSmart was partially without power. The Walmart store in Boardman reopened just before 11 a.m. Wednesday after power was restored. First Energy said the outages […]

Sep 21, 2022

Minnesota squirrel causes power outage for more than 9,000 residents | Fox News

Nearly 10,000 people were left without power in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Sunday after a squirrel disrupted a power transmission, according to energy provider Xcel.

Sep 13, 2022

Cincinnati weather: Thunderstorm warnings lifted for much of region

Forecasters say severe thunderstorm warnings are still in place for parts of Brown Adams, Pike, Highland and Scioto counties until 5 p.m.

Jul 6, 2022

Thousands left in the dark after thunderstorms hit Greater Columbus

AEP Ohio stated more than 145,000 customers are without power across the state due to high winds and lightening taking down trees and power lines.

Jun 14, 2022

Herkimer County in state of emergency; more than 50% without power | Local | wktv.com

Heavy, wet snow from a spring nor'easter sent trees crashing down on Herkimer roadways and sidewalks today.

Apr 19, 2022

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My power has beenough out for 2 hours, it's very cold and I have 2 small children. I was wondering if I could get a ball park figure when the power will be back on

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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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Rome, Ohio

City Rome
County Ashtabula
State Ohio (OH)
Country United States
Zip Codes 44085

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