Storm Causes Widespread Road Closures and Damage in Madison
Numerous roads in Madison are closed due to downed trees and storm debris following strong storms, with street crews working to clear the blockages.
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"Severe Thunderstorms Leave Thousands Without Power in Central and Northern Kentucky"
Thousands of people in central Kentucky are without power due to downed trees and power lines causing damage. Emergency Management officials are warning people to stay away from downed power lines, as they may still be live and charged with electricity. Crews are working to clear the scenes, and residents can check an updated map to see the status of electric providers in their area.
"Sacramento County Storm Fallout: Downed Trees, Power Outages, and Property Damage"
Strong winds and heavy rains in recent days caused significant storm damage across Sacramento County, with downed trees in various areas including Curtis Park, Fair Oaks, and Marysville Boulevard. While some trees fell onto homes, there were no reported injuries. Residents noted surprise at the relatively lesser damage this time around. The Sacramento Municipal Utility District is focusing on public safety and assessing downed power lines and trees, with no estimated time for full power restoration. Tragically, two storm-related deaths occurred in Carmichael and Yuba City due to fallen trees.
"Massive Storm Causes Widespread Power Outages in Central Coast and Bay Area"
Heavy rain in the Central Coast led to multiple reports of downed trees and power lines, with incidents in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. The California Highway Patrol and Caltrans responded to a downed utility pole on Highway 166, while the Santa Barbara County Fire Department assisted with a fallen tree at a condo complex. San Luis Obispo County activated its Emergency Operations Center, and Pacific Gas and Electric reported power outages for over 27,800 customers. Residents are urged to call PG&E directly for assistance.
Devastating Storm Leaves Mass. in Chaos: Trees Down, Power Outages, and Fatalities
Cleanup efforts in Massachusetts following a powerful storm that knocked down trees and power lines will continue for several days. Areas such as Newton, Needham, and Wellesley were heavily affected, with reports of downed trees, broken power lines, and even a car engulfed in flames. Crews are working to clear the debris, but drivers are urged to exercise caution due to the potential hazards of hidden wires and debris.
"Devastating Storms Ravage North Georgia, Leaving Destruction and Power Outages in Their Wake"
Severe storms in North Georgia have caused widespread damage, including the collapse of a gym wall in Calhoun. Trees have been uprooted, hail has been reported, and power outages have affected tens of thousands of customers across multiple counties. Another line of storms is expected on Friday.
Traffic Chaos in Germantown as Downed Traffic Lights Block Multiple Roads
Several roads in Germantown, Tennessee, are blocked due to malfunctioning traffic lights caused by downed trees and power lines. Germantown Police advise drivers to treat intersections with non-functioning traffic lights as four-way stops and exercise caution while driving.
Devastating Storm Causes Widespread Damage and Power Outages in Indiana and Minnesota
A severe thunderstorm in Terre Haute, Indiana, caused widespread damage, including downed trees, power outages, and blocked roadways. The storm's high winds ripped off the roof of a storage building at Diamond Equipment. Local law enforcement and energy companies are working to clear roads and restore power.
Intense Thunderstorms Sweep Across Northeastern US
Fast-moving thunderstorms hit parts of the DC area, bringing heavy winds, hail, and "blinding downpours." Some of the strongest storms hit Anne Arundel and Prince George's counties in Maryland, where multiple Severe Thunderstorm Warnings were issued throughout the afternoon. The heavy rain during the storm led the weather service to issue a Flash Flood Warning for west-central Anne Arundel County, which will last until 6:30 p.m. There were reports of downed trees blocking the ramp from eastbound Leesburg Pike to northbound Chain Bridge Road in Tysons Corner, Virginia.
Weekend Storms Cause Flooding and Power Outages in Minnesota
Scattered thunderstorms caused flash flooding on some Twin Cities roads and downed trees and powerlines in areas from Howard Lake to New Germany. While Minneapolis didn't receive much rain, some cities recorded up to 3 inches of rain in a short period of time. The flash flooding temporarily closed some roadways, but the water receded later on Saturday.
Mudslides and Flooding Cause Road Closures in Minnesota and Anderson County.
Anderson County roads have been temporarily closed due to a mudslide on Carroll Hollow Road and downed trees on Pop Hollow Road. The Anderson County Sheriff's Office is urging the public to avoid both roads for safety reasons, and it is unknown when they will reopen.
Hailstorms Ravage Central Florida Counties.
Severe weather hit Lake County on Tuesday afternoon, with reports of large hail and downed trees in Mascotte and fallen power lines in Leesburg. A severe thunderstorm warning was in effect for parts of Lake County, and more severe weather may occur throughout the afternoon and evening. News 6 viewers shared pictures and videos of the storm, especially hail, all over the county.
High Winds Cause Chaos Across DC, Virginia, and Maryland
The DC region is under a High Wind Warning with gusts of up to 65 mph expected until early Sunday morning. Power outages have been reported in Prince George's County, DC, and Montgomery County, while over 43,000 Northern Virginians are without power. Downed trees and wires have caused road closures and traffic alerts across the region. The strongest winds are expected around 7 p.m. and could keep some residents up at night.
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Gusty winds cause power outages and damage in multiple states.
Gusty winds blowing through the mountains have caused brush fires, downed trees, and power outages in the area.