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Downed power lines in front of the Goose Creek Tennis Club.
Straight line winds produced damage north and west of Oxford. A roof was partially taken off of a house and a machine shop. Numerous homes sustained minor roof damage. Numerous trees and power lines were also knocked down. One person was killed when his 18-wheeler struck a fallen tree on Highway 30.
News
Hurricane Nicole Causes Four Deaths, Forces Evacuation of Unsteady Buildings - The New York Times
The storm was especially hard on Volusia County, northeast of Orlando, where officials said that inspectors had deemed 24 hotels and condominiums unsafe.
Storm Brings Taste of Winter to Great Lakes With Snow and Towering Waves - The New York Times
The storm is expected to taper off after blasting Michigan with over a foot of snow in areas and Lake Superior with waves of up to 15 feet.
The Enquirer
Power is restored at USM after campus-wide blackout Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
After a squirrely afternoon, power has been restored to the University of Southern Mississippi.
Florida Response to Hurricane Ian Continues
Substantial loss of life' possible in Florida as Hurricane Ian takes aim at South Carolina | CNN Close icon
Ian's vicious combination of winds, rain and storm surge caused at least a dozen deaths, flooded homes, cut off roadways and left millions of Florida residents without power Thursday as it again intensified into a hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean and barreled toward South Carolina.
Columbus Light & Water will perform power outage for maintenance
Columbus Light & Water will perform scheduled maintenance in the upper Northside area on Tuesday,September 27, 2022, from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
Dodging Blackouts, California Faces New Questions on Its Power Supply - The New York Times
Extreme heat is testing the way energy is generated, delivered and traded — and raising the prospect of perpetual emergencies.
Ian Map: Tracking the Post-Tropical Cyclone - The New York Times
A map showing the storm’s path as it continues inland after making landfall in South Carolina.
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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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University, Mississippi
| City | University |
| County | Lafayette |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 38677 |
Trees and powerlines were knocked down across Oxford. Several streets were closed and a couple of vehicles were damaged. A business sign was destroyed.