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Several residents described a sudden wind storm occurring with little, if any, rain and lasting about 5 to 10 minutes between approximately 7:20 pm and 7:30 pm. A resident described two bursts of wind about 3 minutes apart. Most of the damage was observed on the north side of town... north of Highway 30 between Buhl and the Snake River along E 1500 E road. The damage consisted of numerous large diameter trees (both hardwood and soft wood), which were uprooted and blown down toward the northeast. Some of the falling trees damaged trailers, cars, roofs and fences when they fell. One travel trailer was totally destroyed by a falling tree. Another travel trailer was blown over and rolled by the wind. Part of the metal roof on a garage was peeled off. A hen house was reported to be blown off the foundation. Damage to power lines was also reported with about 1000 residents losing power on Monday night. The observed damage and eye witness reports were consistent with downburst winds of 70 to 80 mph, generally blowing from the southwest toward the northeast which accelerated down slope towards the Snake River. No injuries were reported and no significant damage to residential structures was observed.
A trained spotter reported large trees and power lines down in the Magic Valley around the Twin Falls area.
A trained spotter reported large trees and power lines down in the Magic Valley around the Twin Falls area.
Idaho Power reported at least 8 power poles blown down and numerous power outages.
The broadcast news media (KMVT) reported up to 11,000 costomers without power throughout the Magic Valley after the storm.
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The Twin Falls Fire Department responded to 32 calls compared to their usual 18.
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Hundreds of Xcel Energy crews are working to restore power to customers across Minnesota in the midst more severe weather Thursday night.
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The latter’s approval came with a caveat that Idaho Power must submit additional info to separate costs between its Idaho and Eastern Oregon customer bases
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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.
Twin Falls, Idaho
| City | Twin Falls |
| County | Twin Falls |
| State | Idaho (ID) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 83301, 83303 |
Loud explosion on West side of Lincoln Street across from Lynnwood Mall leaving people without power.