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May 29, 2013 - Thunderstorm Wind
Several tree branches were blown down by thunderstorm winds. Several power lines were affected, causing a power loss to several homes in Grand Prairie.
Grand Prairie - Grand Prairie
May 2, 2007 - Thunderstorm Wind
Numerous trees and power lines downed. Power out to about 300,000 houses and businesses in the metroplex. Plymouth House Apartments in Oak Cliff suffered major roof damage, with a large portion of the roof thrown across the road. About 60 to 70 residents were displaced. In addition to wind damage, the units also suffered water damage. In Grand Prairie, the roof of a 20,000 square foot warehouse was torn off, damaging the walls and the fuse box. An overhead sign was ripped down on Interstate 20.
Grand Prairie - Dallas
November 23, 2004 - Thunderstorm Wind
A severe thunderstorm produced damage from the east side of Grand Prairie, north northeast across eastern Irving and into west Dallas. At 105 pm Dallas Love Field had measured wind gusts to 76 mph,with estimates as high as near 100 mph across Grand Prairie and Irving. Three tractor-trailer rigs were blown over on Interstate 30, and parts of Loop 12 near Texas Stadium were closed for a while because of downed powerlines across the lanes. Several businesses in Grand Prairie sustained structural damage.A motel on the Stemmons Freeway in Dallas had 12 units unroofed, and one new automobile dealership had over 100,000 dollars damage.
Grand Prairie - Grand Prairie
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Oct 15, 2022
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Sep 29, 2022
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Sep 26, 2022
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Sep 25, 2022
Austin-Bergstrom Airport Closed Due to Power Outage – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
Roads into the airport in Austin, Texas are shut down after a power outage.
Sep 7, 2022
Power Outage Shuts Down Austin International Airport – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas has been shut down due to a power outage.
Sep 7, 2022
Street flooding, power outages reported after severe storms move through D-FW TDMN TDMN
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Sep 4, 2022
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Aug 31, 2022
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No power now for more than 48 hours, this is ridiculous. I need some power now before I lose everything. ZIP code 75052. Saddleridge Court.
Patricia Froggatt | February 17, 2021
Grand Prairie I had no power since 2:15 and I feel like you guys aren’t doing your job I’m sorry if I’m wrong but we need power for at least 2-4 hours
Moses | February 16, 2021
Gran Prairie, No power since 2:15 am on Monday, house is freezing. Rolling power outage? Entire street in same conditions
Adam | February 16, 2021
Fox hollow apt 75051
Elvia | February 15, 2021
No power in 1600 west main since last night. Dangerously cold outside and no heat.
Golden Chalet Motor Inn | February 15, 2021
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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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