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For the second night in a row thunderstorm winds estimated at 60 mph downed large tree branches which caused power outages in town.
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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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Wausa, Nebraska
| City | Wausa |
| County | Knox |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 68786 |
Thunderstorm winds estimated at 60 to 70 mph caused areas of tree damage in the Wausa area and a transmission pole near the junction of Highways 84 and 121 was knocked down causing the loss of power for about 650 people for a few hours. A few center pivots were also damaged.