Severe thunderstorm knocks out power to thousands in Scott County

Category: Weather

A severe thunderstorm caused significant power outages and damage in Scott County, with wind gusts reaching 56 mph. Despite a Severe Thunderstorm Watch, no warnings were issued for Scott or Morgan counties. The storm resulted in downed trees and power lines, particularly affecting the Helenwood area and S.R. 52 corridor. Restoration efforts were ongoing, with over 1,100 meters still without power as of late Tuesday night. More thunderstorms are expected on Wednesday.

Keywords: thunderstorm, power outage, Scott County

Source: Independent Herald

Update At: 8/7/2024

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