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Storms Hit PA: Thousands Lose Power, Flood Fears Eased
17 Aug
Summary
- Thousands lost power due to an early evening storm across Cambria and Somerset counties.
- Downed trees and wires were reported across the region, closing some roads.
- Emergency responders prepared for flash floods near Confluence but few issues arose.
Thousands of Penelec customers experienced power outages across Cambria and northern Somerset counties on Sunday evening following a swift-moving storm. Reports indicated downed trees and wires throughout the region, with at least one road closed due to a downed power line. Specific areas like Daisytown and East and Middle Taylor townships saw over 400 customers without power each.
In Somerset County, nearly 300 customers near Hidden Valley Resort lost power due to strong winds. Emergency responders had been on standby near Confluence, preparing for potential flash flooding due to already saturated ground from recent events. However, as of Sunday evening, the storm had largely passed through the area with minimal issues reported, according to emergency management officials.
Crews were actively assessing damage and working to restore power. The National Weather Service noted the storm was moving rapidly east and expected to weaken further as it continued into central Pennsylvania.
