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Penelec
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PPL Electric
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Valley Rural Electric Cooperative
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United Electric Cooperative Inc
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State College Power Outages Caused by Weather

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June 29, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

A severe thunderstorm producing winds estimated near 60 mph knocked down trees and powerlines, with a fallen tree damaging a structure west of State College.

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January 12, 2018 - Thunderstorm Wind

A severe thunderstorm producing winds estimated near 60 mph knocked down power lines across a road near Beaver Mills in Rush Township.

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May 1, 2017 - Thunderstorm Wind

A severe thunderstorm producing winds estimated near 60 mph knocked down power lines along Route 550 near Stormstown.

Stormstown - Stormstown
June 23, 2015 - Thunderstorm Wind

Thunderstorms producing winds estimated around 70 mph knocked down power lines near Zion.

Zion - Zion
July 21, 2010 - Thunderstorm Wind

NWS meteorologists surveyed significant thunderstorm wind damage in the Centre Hall area. Thunderstorm winds estimated between 60 and 70 mph knocked down numerous trees and wires near the junction of Route 144 and Sinking Creek Road. Several utility poles were knocked down along Route 45 west of Old Fort. Sporadic tree damage was found in an area approximately two miles wide by four miles long, starting a few miles southwest of Centre Hall on Brush Valley Road. Minor roof damage to two structures was also observed. The downed utility poles and wires closed State Route 45 in both directions between Route 144 near Centre Hall and U.S. 322 at Oak Hall. The downed wires also resulted in over 500 power outages.

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June 6, 2010

A cold front moved southeast across the lower Great Lakes and triggered scattered severe thunderstorms across portions of north-central Pennsylvania during the early to late morning. Damaging thunderstorm winds downed numerous trees and wires, resulting in power outages.

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Nov 15, 2022

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Nov 8, 2022

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Nov 6, 2022

Thousands of NJ residents lose power in Hunterdon, Somerset

Another 2,500 customers are out in Somerset County.

Oct 31, 2022

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New York State Electric and Gas is reporting over 2,500 customers in Broome County without power as of 8 a.m. October 24.

Oct 24, 2022

Power outage impacts over 500 customers in Chesterfield County | WRIC ABC 8News Open Navigation Close Navigation

A power outage is impacting over 500 customers in the Harpers Mill area of Chesterfield County on Saturday morning.

Oct 15, 2022

Dominion Energy restores power to thousands of customers after Virginia widespread outages | WRIC ABC 8News Open Navigation Close Navigation

Heavy wind and rain hit Virginia on Friday, leading to thousands of power outages across the state. As of Saturday morning, Dominion energy has restored power to thousands of customers, and crews are still working on active outages.

Oct 1, 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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State College, Pennsylvania

City State College
County Centre
State Pennsylvania (PA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 16801, 16803, 16804, 16805

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