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Microgrid will let these Menifee homes keep lights on during outages – Orange County Register
Thousands of NJ residents lose power in Hunterdon, Somerset
Another 2,500 customers are out in Somerset County.
Grid anger rises in Puerto Rico as massive outages remain - E&E News
A widespread loss of electricity from Hurricane Fiona is renewing concerns about Puerto Rico’s centralized power system as critics call for microgrids and
Climate change leads to massive jump in weather-related power outages during past 10 years, study finds
Weather-related power outages are fast becoming more common across the U.S. due to climate change, a new study found, leaving an increasing impact on local economies and residents' health.
Thousands of LADWP customers without power in L.A. | KTLA Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power said the hardest hit areas are Harbor Gateway, Wilmington and Vermont Knolls, although other areas are experiencing similar outages.
San Jose mayor blasts PG&E for heat wave power outages | KRON4 Open Navigation Close Navigation
The mayor of San Jose said he is losing faith in PG&E's ability to serve the city during major heat waves after more than 100,000 residents lost power when temperatures soared above 100 degrees this week.
Heat damage causing widespread power outage in Clovis | YourCentralValley.com Open Navigation Close Navigation
CLOVIS, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Thousands of PG&E customers are without power in Clovis as record-high temperatures continue to hit the Central Valley. At 3:22 p.m., officials reported that 4,200 customers lost power due to an outage. The company has shut down power for the customers to prevent equipment failure that would result in longer outages […]
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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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Scott, Louisiana
| City | Scott |
| County | Lafayette |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 70583 |
Scattered trees and power lines were blown down across the city of Lafayette. Several homes had trees land on them. One business lost its roof. At least 15 homes had roof damage. Winds were estimated at 75 to 100 mph. The path of the wind damage was 5 miles long and 2400 yards wide.