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A severe thunderstorm moved across Okaloosa Island and Destin, which produced areas of straight line wind damage along and near U.S. Highway 98. Several building were damaged in and around Destin with significant roof damage to a few condos and businesses. An EMS vehicle was damaged on Okaloosa Island with one injury. Numerous trees and power lines were downed. Three gas stations pumps were blown over at a gas station in Destin. There were two wind measurements at Okaloosa Pier and on Choctawhatchee Bay that recorded wind gusts of 87 mph. Several land based stations recorded wind gusts in excess of 60 mph.
A weak tornado moved off the bay and damaged a home near Shalimar. The storm also blew down trees and power lines near the home. Most of the damage to the home was to the roof and a couple of windows.
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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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Shalimar, Florida
| City | Shalimar |
| County | Okaloosa |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 32579 |
Power outage 8th avenue, 5th Street