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More than 170K without power after storms brought tornado alerts - Cincinnati Enquirer
More than 170,000 homes and businesses across Lubbock and the South Plains went dark last night after severe thunderstorms brought tornado warnings and heavy rain.
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Common questions
How many Lubbock residents are without power?
- Over 170,000 homes and businesses in Lubbock and the South Plains are currently without power. This widespread outage occurred after severe thunderstorms with high winds swept through the area Tuesday evening, causing significant damage.
What caused the power outages in Lubbock?
- The power outages across Lubbock were caused by severe thunderstorms that brought over 70 mph wind gusts. These strong winds ripped through power lines citywide, impacting neighborhoods like Raintree and Tech Terrace. Heavy rain and tornado warnings also accompanied the storm.
When will power be restored in Lubbock?
- Restoring power to the more than 170,000 affected meters in Lubbock is expected to take days. LP&L and Xcel Energy crews are working overtime to repair the extensive damage from Tuesday night's storms, with more rain potentially complicating efforts.
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