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Severe weather led to record number of Pa. power outages in 2021 | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Outages in multiple parishes leave hundreds without power Monday morning
Power outages in Assumption, Ascension, and East Baton Rouge Parish left hundreds without power Monday morning.
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Major weather-related power outages are becoming more common across the United States due to climate change, a new study found, with Pennsylvania near the top of the outage list.
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Planned power outages to impact over 500 Millcreek residents | WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com Open Navigation Close Navigation
(WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com) — More than 500 customers will see planned power outages in Millcreek Township. The outages are planned for two separate days — Aug. 30 and Sept. 1. Each day, 540 customers (mostly residential) will lose power for about 3 hours. The outages will begin at about 8 a.m. and last until about 11 a.m. […]
Thousands of people lose power in the Valley Open Navigation Close Navigation
Severe weather throughout the Valley has caused thousands of power outages Monday afternoon.
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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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West Pittsburg, Pennsylvania
| City | West Pittsburg |
| County | Lawrence |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 16160 |