News Summary
Severe storms in the Chattanooga area have led to widespread power outages and infrastructural damage, affecting thousands of residents. With many areas reporting significant power outages, utility workers are working tirelessly to restore services and address hazardous conditions caused by uprooted trees and downed power lines. The Electric Power Board has launched initiatives, including the MyEPB app, to keep the community informed during this crisis.
Chattanooga – Severe storms swept through the Chattanooga area, leading to widespread power outages and infrastructural damage. The storms left thousands of residents without electricity, with Hamilton County reporting 7,718 addresses affected as of late Saturday afternoon. Reports from Bradley County indicated 3,260 power outages, Cleveland had 3,048 outages, and Walker County experienced 1,695 outages.
In addition to outages, numerous large trees were uprooted, especially in the North Chattanooga region, causing hazardous conditions throughout the streets. The Electric Power Board (EPB) managed to mitigate some long-term outages, thanks to the deployment of automated grid technology to manage the situation more effectively. However, the storm led to over 400 incidents involving downed power lines and broken utility poles, prompting immediate action from utility workers.
To respond to the crisis, EPB quickly mobilized utility crews, bringing in additional teams from surrounding areas as part of a precautionary measure. Initiatives are underway to restore power, with at least 450 utility workers expected to be involved by Sunday. However, officials warn that due to the extent of the infrastructure damage caused by the storms, complete restoration may take time.
In an effort to keep the community informed and facilitate faster reporting of outages, EPB launched the MyEPB app, which is available for download on both iPhone and Android devices. This app allows customers to report outages and check the status of restoration efforts conveniently.
Residents are advised to stay alert and avoid interactions with downed power lines. Those encountering issues can report them directly to EPB at 423-648-1372 or through the Live Chat feature on the company’s website. In light of the circumstances, the Chattanooga Fire Department has issued safety tips for residents without power. They strongly recommend using generators outdoors to prevent the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning and highlight the dangers of driving through flooded areas.
In the wake of the storm, community members are coming together to support one another. A good Samaritan was seen helping an elderly woman, Carolyn Stewart, clear fallen tree branches from her home after the severe weather. Helping one another through these challenges reflects the strong sense of community present in Chattanooga.
As the storm’s aftermath continues to unfold, residents are urged to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions while power restoration efforts are ongoing. Given the scale of repairs required, cooperation and patience from the community will be essential in the coming days as utility workers work tirelessly to restore power and safety to the area.
In summary, the Chattanooga area faces significant challenges in the wake of recently severe storms that caused widespread power outages and damage. With thousands of homes still without electricity, the EPB and community members are working together to restore services and help those in need.
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- Local3News: Multiple Wires and Trees Down
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- Times Free Press: Hamilton County Emergency Management
- Local3News: Chattanooga Fire Dept Shares Tips
- Wikipedia: Severe Weather
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