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There were several large trees snapped ten to fifteen feet off the ground and multiple power lines down.
Jefferson County Emergency Management reported downed trees and power lines in Shepherdstown.
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West Virginia is dotted with rural communities that have struggled to secure affordable, reliable power, especially during extreme weather events poised to become more frequent as climate change worsens.
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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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Shepherdstown, West Virginia
| City | Shepherdstown |
| County | Jefferson |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 25443 |
No power since around 7 pm Monday night. Engle Molers Road, Shepherdstown. Other houses appear out. Heard neighbors generator running all night.