The Appalachian Power outage map reports that thousands of its customers remain without power across Virginia, as winds continue to blow across the region.
Outages have spread across several areas including Galax, Pulaski, Rocky Mount, Montgomery County, Lynchburg, Wytheville, Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Rurul Retreat, Martinsville, and Roanoke.
In a Facebook post, AEP stated crews are working to restore power as safely and quickly as possible, however, forecast wind gusts and speeds above 30 mph can delay restorations. At this time, it is unknown when power may be fully restored.
The power company reminds the community that if they see a downed power line to stay away, keep others away, and call 911 immediately.
For updates on power outages, check the Appalachian Power map. To report any outages in your area, call AEP at 800-956-4237 or click here.
As strong winds continue across the region, the Appalachian Power outage map reports over 3,000 customers have lost power in the Roanoke area.
There are over 100 power outage cases across the region including Galax, Pulaski, Rocky Mount, Montgomery County, Lynchburg, Wytheville, Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Martinsville, and surrounding areas.
According to the Appalachian Power outage map, power has been restored for most of the affected customers.
More than 1,000 customers still remain without power in Franklin County.
Wind advisories went into effect Friday night, with wind gusts leaving many residents throughout Virginia without power.
According to the Appalachian Power outage map, nearly 1,500 customers have lost power in the Lynchburg, Christiansburg, Cave Springs, and Rocky Mount areas.
At this time, it is unknown when power may be restored. The Appalachian Power outage map reports crews are “assessing conditions.”
Source : WFXR
