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Icy roads, power outages, closed schools and businesses; winter storm settles over region | Local News | benningtonbanner.com
BENNINGTON — Schools closed throughout Vermont on Friday, state offices opened two hours late, downed lines knocked out power to thousands of homes and businesses, and cars and pedestrians faced
Feb 4, 2022
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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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Shaftsbury, Vermont
| City | Shaftsbury |
| County | Bennington |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 05262 |
Lost power about 11 pm yesterday. Reported it to GMP. Still no power at 9.15 Tuesday 3/8 and no word from GMP on estimated fix time.
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