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Stoplight malfunction in downtown Lewisburg Open Navigation Close Navigation
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) — Downtown Lewisburg travelers are warned to be cautious today, October 11, 2022. Lewisburg Police Department reported the traffic signal at the intersection of 219 and 60 is out and could possibly be out for several more hours. The intersection is operating off a four-way stop system until the traffic light can […]
Oct 11, 2022
Lewisburg breaks ground on $63 million water project, Gov. Justice attends Open Navigation Close Navigation
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – The City of Lewisburg has been forced to issue boil water notices and wrestle with water outages frequently recently. That issue is about to change for the city. Currently, Lewisburg’s water treatment plant operates 24 hours a day at almost full capacity. This has caused a slew of recurring water problems […]
Oct 3, 2022
West Virginia Electric Vehicle plan has been approved Open Navigation Close Navigation
WASHINGTON, WV (WVNS) – The Biden-Harris Administration has just approved West Virginia’s Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure Deployment Plan ahead of schedule. The program has been approved under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program, established and funded by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This approval means all states, Puerto Rico, and the District of […]
Sep 27, 2022
Sussex County and Morris County power outage after I-80 accident
80,000 customers were knocked out before crews started re-routing power to substations in Morris and Sussex counties.
Aug 9, 2022
Final touches are underway for the State Fair of West Virginia Open Navigation Close Navigation
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS)– It is final prep week at the State fair of West Virginia. Rides are getting their final touch-ups, and food vendors are getting their booths ready to serve up thousands of tasty treats over the next few weeks. For the Vances, getting ready for the state fair is a family affair, but […]
Aug 5, 2022
Hot Night Without Power for Some NYSEG Customers loading...
Power was reported still out to hundreds of NYSEG customers in Chenango County and Tioga County early August 5.
Aug 5, 2022
Gov. Justice declares State of Emergency for 4 local counties Open Navigation Close Navigation
CHARLESTON, WV–Following Governor Justice’s previous declaration of a State of Preparedness for all 55 counties in West Virginia, a State of Emergency was declared for four local counties, as well as Mingo and Logan Counties. Earlier today, July 28, 2022, Gov. Justice declared a State of Emergency for Fayette, Greenbrier, Logan, McDowell, Mingo, and Wyoming […]
Jul 29, 2022
Lewisburg boil water advisory hurts local restaurants Open Navigation Close Navigation
UPDATE (SATURDAY, JULY 30, 2022) – As of Saturday afternoon, the boil water advisory for the city of Lewisburg has been lifted. LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – Late Wednesday, July 27, 2022, the Lewisburg Water System was forced to issue a boil water notice. Mayor Beverly White said the flooding that hit Greenbrier county on Wednesday […]
Jul 28, 2022
Tazewell County government buildings closed due to power outage Open Navigation Close Navigation
TAZEWELL, VA (WVNS) — According to the Tazewell County Facebook page, the Tazewell County Courthouse and Sheriffs Office are currently closed due to a power outage. Both buildings will remains closed until power is restored. Tazewell County Virginia Sheriff’s Office stated that deputies and 911 are still up and running and ready to serve. Stay […]
Jul 27, 2022
Some DMV services are still temporarily offline Open Navigation Close Navigation
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles recently announced that some services still remain offline due to a system-wide mainframe outage. The West Virginia Office of Technology is continuing work to resolve a mainframe outage, which will retain assistance from third-party vendors including Park Place Technologies, IBM, and Ensono. These vendors […]
Jul 25, 2022
Power Outage FAQs
What is Power Outage?
Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.
What Causes Power Outages?
- Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.
What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?
- Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
- Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
- Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
- Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.
