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County comms reported multiple trees and power lines blown down.
Multiple trees were blown down across the county. At least one set of power lines were blown down in Waxhaw.
Numerous trees and power lines were blown down across the county.
Trees blown down just south of Waxhaw near highway 75 and power lines blown down in Waxhaw.
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Live updates on Ian, downgraded to post-tropical cyclone | wcnc.com
Ian made landfall in Georgetown, South Carolina, battering the coast with 85 mph winds, torrential rain and dangerous storm surges on Friday.
Thousands without power in southwest Charlotte, Duke Energy says | wcnc.com
WCNC Charlotte has reached out to Duke Energy for more information about this incident.
Family fighting to get internet fixed after 20-day outage in Union County Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
“It’s been exhausting, and we’re exasperated at this point and don’t know what else to do.”
Winter storm moves out of Charlotte leaving icy conditions | wcnc.com
The Carolinas are hoping to thaw out after an icy mix left roads covered and impassable in many areas.
Carolinas could see more snow after weekend winter storm | wcnc.com
First Warn forecaster Larry Sprinkle is tracking the threat of possible snow showers in the Charlotte region after a winter storm dumped sleet & ice on Sunday.
Hundreds in NC without heat after storms knocked out power | wcnc.com
As of Tuesday afternoon, hundreds of homes in North Carolina were still without power after a storm with strong winds pulled down trees and power lines Sunday night.
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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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Waxhaw, North Carolina
| City | Waxhaw |
| County | Union |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 28173 |
County comms reported multiple trees and power lines blown down in the Waxhaw area.