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Franklin Electric Cooperative
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May 15, 2017 - Thunderstorm Wind
Trained spotter reported a number of large tree limbs down and at least one power line down. Most of the damage seemed to be confined to the west side of town. Time estimated by radar.
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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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Sheffield, Iowa
| City | Sheffield |
| County | Franklin |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 50475 |
Law enforcement reported numerous trees down in and around Sheffield. Highway 65 was reported blocked by down power lines as well.