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Lightning struck a home in Monterey, resulting in an electrical surge and the oven sparking and overheating. Several homes on the same block also experienced power surges.
A lightning strike blew out a transformer along Del Monte Blvd. Eight power poles fell down but no injuries were reported. https://kion546.com/news/2021/12/14/a-look-at-the-damage-from-the-rain-storm/.
floods and mudslides water from the persistent rain washed out highway one south of Big Sur that still has not been reopened two months later.The Bolsa knolls area was flooded and water damaged a number of houses and businesses. Houses in Prunedale were flooded with water and mud. Fallen trees were the cause of power outages to around 2,400 people in North Monterey County. Pacific Grove Mifddle School was flooded and evacuated.
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An upper level jet diving down the coast of California, combined with plentiful lower level moisture advected from the Pacific set the stage for an early season rain storm and strong winds around much of the Bay Area and Central Coast. The highest winds occurred along the coast, where various sites reported gusts between 35 and 50 mph. A wind advisory was in effect from early Sunday morning through Sunday evening for the immediate coast and coastal hills. Highest rainfall totals were recorded in the coastal mountains from Sonoma County southward through Big Sur, resulting in localized flooding, downed trees/powerlines and debris/rocks sliding onto Highway 1 in Big Sur. A flood advisory was issued for a large portion of the Monterey Bay coastal zone and Big Sur coast from late night on the 18th through early morning on the 19th. Storm Total Rainfall measured 2 to 3.5 inches in North Bay Coastal Mountains, 1.5 to 2.2 inches in the Santa Cruz Mountains and 2 to 4.7 inches in the Santa Lucia's. Lower totals closer to an inch or less were recorded around the SF Bay Shoreline and coastal Monterey Bay.
News
Power Restored Following Outage at San Jose Airport: Officials – NBC Bay Area
A power outage at San Jose International Airport Saturday caused hassles and delays for some passengers.
Lawmakers question Luma Energy's ability to improve Puerto Rico's fragile power grid NBC News Logo Search Search NBC News Logo MSNBC Logo Today Logo
Weeks after Hurricane Fiona triggered an islandwide blackout in Puerto Rico, lawmakers questioned Luma Energy on when power will be fully restored.
Highway 1 in Moss Landing shut down for hours due to PG&E battery plant fire
Major delays were being reported on Highway 1 near Moss Landing in Monterey County on Tuesday, due to fire at a nearby power plant.
Fiona’s outages rekindle anger over Puerto Rico’s privatized electric grid - POLITICO POLITICO
“The sad part is that we knew a lot of this would happen,” one activist said after the hurricane knocked out power to 1.5 million customers.
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.
MSNBC, CNN give straight news on California grid issues after panning Texas over winter blackout | Fox News
Media outlets that mocked and criticized Texas over the 2021 winter storm that caused crippling blackouts are playing the news straight with California.
California rolling blackouts: SMUD and PG&E rotating outage info
California's state grid operator says rolling blackouts due to a shortfall in electricity supply "could be imminent."
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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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Salinas, California
| City | Salinas |
| County | Monterey |
| State | California (CA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 93901, 93902, 93905, 93906, 93907, 93908, 93912, 93915 |
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Power out Capistrano drive
Vierra canyon rd . Power went out around 645pm
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