Power Outages Affecting Over 1,500 Residents in Upstate SC

News Summary

Severe weather has rendered over 1,500 residents in the Greenville and Anderson counties of South Carolina without power. While power has been restored in Greenville County by 8:30 a.m., many in Anderson County are still awaiting restoration, projected around 11:15 a.m. Duke Energy crews are working tirelessly amidst flooding and poor road conditions, as additional winter weather warnings loom. Residents are advised to prepare for potential further outages as another storm approaches, bringing with it snow and ice.

Power Outages Hit Over 1,500 Residents in Upstate South Carolina

Greenville and Anderson County are currently facing significant challenges as severe weather has left over 1,500 residents without power. As of Thursday morning, Duke Energy reported an alarming number of outages impacting the community. It’s been quite a morning for locals, not least because of the weather, which has turned the landscape into an adventure filled with surprises.

Where the Outages are Happening

In Greenville County, around 800 customers are feeling the pinch, especially those in the neighborhoods around Daffodil Lane and Raven Wood Circle. These residents have been without power since the early hours of the morning, specifically since 5 a.m. But there’s a silver lining to this story: power was restored to these areas by 8:30 a.m., giving those families a small sigh of relief as they set about their day.

Meanwhile, the situation in Anderson County remains a bit more precarious. Close to 700 customers have faced outages since 7 a.m., affecting residences from Canter Lane all the way to the SC-Georgia State Line. Residents in Anderson County are anxiously waiting for an estimated time of restoration, which is projected to be around 11:15 a.m. right now.

What Caused the Chaos?

Duke Energy crews are hard at work trying to figure out the cause of these outages, which first came to light when over 1,315 customers reported issues just before 5 a.m. The severe weather has brought down trees and damaged power lines, putting strain on the electrical grid. While power in Greenville has been restored, it’s unclear how much longer those in Anderson will have to wait.

In tandem with power restoration efforts, it’s been reported that there is widespread damage across the western parts of both North Carolina and South Carolina. The weather has taken a turn toward the destructive, causing not just outages but significant disruptions.

Challenges on the Road to Recovery

As the technicians and crews aim to restore power, they face additional hurdles. Flooding and poor road conditions, courtesy of the rapidly changing weather, are making their job all the more difficult. Luckily, help is on the way, with over 11,000 storm workers from Duke Energy and contract teams from 19 states and Canada rallying together to make restoration efforts possible.

What Residents Should Do

Duke Energy urges residents to report any lingering outages via their mobile app, website, text messaging, or by a simple phone call. Officials are stressing the importance of keeping tabs on local updates, especially with another storm looming on the horizon. Speaking of which, there’s more winter weather on the way!

Winter Storm Warning

The National Weather Service has issued multiple warnings, and residents are advised to brace for a potential winter storm beginning Friday. Forecasts indicate that we may see snow, sleet, and freezing rain, making it critical for everyone to prepare. Those living along the I-85 corridor are expecting anywhere from 1 to 2 inches of snowfall, while northern areas in Greenville County may see totals reaching between 3 to 5 inches.

With hazardous conditions fast approaching, residents are advised to limit travel unless absolutely necessary. Stocking up on emergency supplies—think non-perishable foods, plenty of water, essential medications, and warm clothing—is strongly encouraged.

This winter storm poses a genuine threat for continued power outages and treacherous road conditions. So, whether you’re hunkering down at home or making sure your car is winter-ready, staying safe and prepared is the name of the game!

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Additional Resources

• WSPA: Power Outages Reported Across the Upstate
• Wikipedia: Power Outage
• Fox Carolina: Duke Energy Over 1,000 Customers Without Power in Greenville
• Google Search: Duke Energy Power Outage Greenville
• Duke Energy: Power Restoration Efforts
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Winter Storm
• WLTX: South Carolina Power Outages Update
• Google News: South Carolina Power Outages