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AEP continues efforts to restore power to customers who remain in the dark from Tuesday afternoon’s severe storms | WFXRtv Open Navigation Close Navigation
UPDATE 10:45 p.m.: Appalachian Power crews are still working to restore power in areas where power was cut due to severe storms Tuesday afternoon. Outages on AEP’s grid is just under 17,000. In our area, Bedford and Amherst Counties are still listed with the highest number of outages with between 3,900 and 4,500 customers still […]
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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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Thaxton, Virginia
| City | Thaxton |
| County | Bedford |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 24174 |
Thunderstorm winds downed several trees, and power lines were brought down along Thrush Drive and Rocky Ford Road. Damage values are estimated.