Power outage reported in Greenfield
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Nearly 3,000 Greenfield homes are experiencing a widespread power outage.
According to Dayton Power & Light's web site, approximately 2,808 outages in Highland County have been reported. DP&L reports that they are aware of the outage, but an estimated repair time has not been given.
Those without power are encouraged to use caution while using backup heat sources such as generators, portable heaters and fireplaces. DP&L lists the following tips for operating a generator:
• Follow the directions supplied with your generator.
• You can die from odorless carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning while using a generator. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using a generator, get to fresh air right away. Install battery-operated CO alarms to warn you of dangerous CO levels.
• Keep the generator dry to avoid electrocution.
• Turn the generator off and let it cool down before refueling. Gasoline spilled on hot engine parts could ignite.
• Store fuel for the generator in an approved safety can away from living areas in a locked shed or other protected area. Do not store it near a fuel-burning appliance.
• Plug appliances directly into the generator or use a heavy duty, outdoor-rated extension cord that is rated (in watts or amps) at least equal to the sum of the connected equipment loads.
To report a DP&L outage, call 877-4OUTAGE (877-468-8243).[[In-content Ad]]
According to Dayton Power & Light's web site, approximately 2,808 outages in Highland County have been reported. DP&L reports that they are aware of the outage, but an estimated repair time has not been given.
Those without power are encouraged to use caution while using backup heat sources such as generators, portable heaters and fireplaces. DP&L lists the following tips for operating a generator:
• Follow the directions supplied with your generator.
• You can die from odorless carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning while using a generator. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using a generator, get to fresh air right away. Install battery-operated CO alarms to warn you of dangerous CO levels.
• Keep the generator dry to avoid electrocution.
• Turn the generator off and let it cool down before refueling. Gasoline spilled on hot engine parts could ignite.
• Store fuel for the generator in an approved safety can away from living areas in a locked shed or other protected area. Do not store it near a fuel-burning appliance.
• Plug appliances directly into the generator or use a heavy duty, outdoor-rated extension cord that is rated (in watts or amps) at least equal to the sum of the connected equipment loads.
To report a DP&L outage, call 877-4OUTAGE (877-468-8243).[[In-content Ad]]