Many throughout the Commonwealth are still in the dark Tuesday morning after strong winds of up to 60 MPH swept across our region.
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Of the more than 2,000 Appalachian Power customers experiencing outages in Virginia, here is a breakdown of some of the worst outages in our region, as of 7:30 a.m:
- Bedford: 1,139
- Bland: 26
- Carroll: 94
- Floyd: 383
- Galax City: 50
- Grayson: 192
- Patrick: 32
- Pulaski: 15
- Roanoke City: 15
- Wise: 60
As a reminder, there are several safety measures you’ll want to keep in mind in the event of a power outage. Here are a few tips recommended by Appalachian Power:
- Charge phones, laptops and other electronic devices.
- Prepare an emergency kit with non-perishable food, water, flashlights, batteries and a first aid kit.
- Make a plan in case of extended outages, especially those requiring electricity for medical equipment.
- If you have a generator, be sure you have read all the manufacturer’s instructions.
- If your power company provides a mobile app, be sure to download it and sign up for outage alerts if available.