Power Outage Hits Chinatown and Downtown Honolulu After Arc Flash Incident
Power outage hits Chinatown and downtown Honolulu after arc flash incident during repair work. Hawaiian Electric working to restore power to affected 3,000 customers. Safety of workers a top priority with investigations ongoing to determine cause of flash. Businesses and residents facing challenges due to outage.
Power Outage Hits Hundreds of Homes and Businesses in Vista
An unexpected power outage in Vista left hundreds without electricity, affecting 1,485 SDG&E customers. The cause is under investigation, emphasizing the importance of reliable power supply. Power outages can disrupt daily activities, highlighting the critical role electricity plays in modern society.
Gusty Winds Cause Havoc in Macomb County
Gusty winds caused havoc in Macomb County as a line of thunderstorms approached, resulting in several downed power lines and approximately 1,300 utility customers without power. The National Weather Service issued a warning for damaging wind gusts exceeding 60 mph, with large hail and the possibility of an isolated tornado as secondary threats. Severe weather conditions are forecasted to occur between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Houston Apartment Complex Residents Face Week-Long Power Outage Crisis
Residents of a Spring Branch apartment complex in Houston are without electricity for a week, facing health concerns and food spoilage. Despite pleas for assistance, management has not taken action, leaving tenants frustrated. Legal experts advise sending repair demand letters to landlords to seek resolution. Tenants may have grounds for legal action if no progress is made within a week.
Entergy Arkansas Provides Storm Update: Thousands Still Without Power
Entergy Arkansas provides storm update as of May 28, 2024, with 2,536 customers still without power out of a peak of 22,700. Crews are actively working to address damages caused by severe weather, including lightning, wind, and tornadoes. Customers urged to update account info for critical notifications during storm events.
Texas Power Grid Faces Supply Strain
The Texas power grid is facing potential emergency conditions next week due to low power reserves caused by a large number of power plants being down for maintenance. Ercot may need to call on generators to bolster backup supplies, highlighting the strain on the system when renewables underperform. With concerns about electric scarcity during low solar-power supply times, addressing aging infrastructure and balancing supply and demand becomes crucial.
Major Power Outage Hits West Seattle Area
Over 11,000 residents in West Seattle are experiencing a major power outage, impacting several neighborhoods. Seattle City Light is working to address the issue, and it’s important for the community to stay updated on the latest developments and adhere to safety precautions.
Power Outage Affects 10,000 Homes and Businesses in Grand Rapids
Consumer’s Energy reports significant power outage in Grand Rapids and surrounding areas, impacting 10,000 homes and businesses. Outage expected to be resolved by 4:45 p.m. Traffic lights affected. UPDATE: Power restored according to Consumer’s Energy outage map.
FirstEnergy Corp. Conducting $84.7 Million Tree Trimming Program in West Virginia
FirstEnergy Corp. subsidiaries Mon Power and Potomac Edison are conducting an $84.7 million tree-trimming program in West Virginia to enhance electric service reliability and prevent tree-related outages. The work includes trimming trees along nearly 1,100 miles of power lines and is expected to cover an additional 6,800 miles by the end of the year. President of FirstEnergy’s West Virginia Operations, Jim Myers, emphasizes the importance of tree trimming in reducing tree-related service interruptions for customers.
Power Outages Reported in Hanover, York, and Adams Counties Due to High Winds and Snow Squalls
Power outages in Hanover, York, and Adams counties due to high winds and snow squalls. Over 5000 people without power in Hanover and Penn Township. Traffic lights affected, estimated power restoration at 6:00 p.m. Wind advisory in effect from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Multiple snow squalls observed in Hanover Borough.