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Thousands without power after derecho moves through Sioux Falls
Peak winds so far were measured at 96 mph in Huron, and 99 mph near Howard, the NWS stated.
Storm damage reports in 28 South Dakota counties after derecho
Straight-line winds and tornados wreaked havoc across eastern South Dakota on Thursday. Here are some of the damage reports.
Severe weather hits South Dakota, killing 2. Here's how storm happened
Straight-lined winds and reports of tornadoes hammered southeastern South Dakota on Thursday night, causing widespread damage across several communities and counties.
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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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Tripp, South Dakota
| City | Tripp |
| County | Hutchinson |
| State | South Dakota (SD) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 57376 |
Heavy rainfall of 3 to 6 inches on already saturated ground caused flash flooding of numerous roads, fields, low areas, and basements. Several roads and culverts were washed out. Basement flooding in Menno was made worse by a power outage which kept sump pumps from working.