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A violent windstorm with gusts up to 70 mph swept through northwest Montana, causing widespread power outages affecting over 31,000 residents, uprooting trees, damaging infrastructure, and prompting emergency travel warnings. The storm also brought snow and cold temperatures, with authorities urging caution and safety measures amid ongoing recovery efforts.
Strong winds and heavy rain from an atmospheric river storm in California caused a tree to crash into a Sacramento home, captured in a dramatic video, with no injuries reported. Wind gusts reached up to 64 mph at Sacramento International Airport, leading to numerous downed power lines and poles. The storm also caused at least three deaths statewide due to falling trees. Wind is reported to be more deadly than tornadoes and lightning, with an average of 53 deaths annually over the past decade, many involving falling trees.
In Gresham, Oregon, homeowners Cason and Philip Wolcott experienced their house being split in half by a falling Douglas fir tree during a storm, despite their efforts to preserve the surrounding trees. The couple had advocated for the city to buy a neighbor's property and add the trees to a local park instead of allowing them to be cut down by a developer. This incident raises questions about the impact of powerful symbols like trees on the community when they cause harm.
Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry team is dealing with over 350 calls for downed trees and large branches following a snowstorm, strong winds, and icy temperatures. The team is prioritizing tree removal on major roads and freeways before moving to neighborhood streets, while arborists are working to clear fallen trees. A second winter storm is expected to hit the area, potentially causing more hazardous road conditions, power outages, and downed trees. The combination of wet soil, shallow root systems, and freezing temperatures has led to numerous trees falling, and the Portland Water Bureau is also responding to burst pipes and water main breaks due to the frigid conditions.
Eugene and Springfield residents are dealing with the aftermath of an ice storm that caused widespread tree damage, power outages, and dangerous road conditions. Neighbors are coming together to clear downed trees and help those affected, while also expressing concerns about the ongoing risk of falling branches. The community is urged to stay off the icy roads and take precautions to stay safe amidst the challenging conditions.
Crews are working tirelessly to clean up debris and restore power after a severe storm. Consumers Energy has postponed power restoration efforts and aims to restore power in the worst-hit areas by Monday. Residents in affected neighborhoods are facing extensive damage, including fallen trees and smashed property. Crews are actively clearing debris, but some areas still have uprooted trees. Consumers Energy is working to restore power to tens of thousands of customers, with the hardest-hit areas experiencing unprecedented damage. Customers may qualify for a credit if they have been without power for 96 hours in a catastrophic condition.
Severe thunderstorms in Louisville on Friday night caused extensive tree damage, power outages, and even a fallen tree on a police car. The storms brought high winds, snapping trees and leaving debris on streets and yards.
Severe storms with heavy rain and lightning moved through the Louisville region, causing tree damage and leaving thousands without power. Over 13,000 customers in Jefferson County and more than 1,200 customers in Southern Indiana are without power. The storms also impacted high school football games, with several being postponed until Saturday. Areas such as Arlington Court, Springview neighborhood, Highview, and the Oxmoor Country Club experienced extensive damage. Thunderstorm warnings were in effect, with wind speeds potentially reaching 70 mph and a chance for hail.
High temperatures in the DC region have started to drop as thunderstorms rolled in, causing tree damage and power outages in various areas, including Northeast D.C. and Montgomery County, Maryland. The storms brought heavy rain and strong winds, resulting in fallen trees and downed power lines.
Severe thunderstorms swept through Lincoln, Nebraska, during the morning rush hour, resulting in power outages and tree damage. Strong winds brought down branches and limbs, causing power outages for thousands of customers. Norris Public Power reported nearly 100 customers without power in Lancaster County. One area affected by falling tree branches was 33rd Street between M and L Streets.
A severe thunderstorm in Germantown, Tennessee caused a tree to fall and nearly split a home in half, with an elderly woman inside. Fortunately, she was able to escape unharmed and is now staying with family. The extent of the damage to the house is unknown. The storm also caused numerous other trees to fall in the area, resulting in a power outage for neighbors since Sunday night.
A severe thunderstorm in Germantown, Tennessee caused a tree to fall and nearly split a home in half, with an elderly woman inside. Fortunately, she was able to escape unharmed and is now staying with family. The extent of the damage to the house is unknown. Other trees in the area also fell, resulting in a power outage since Sunday evening.