The High Wind Watch continues on Wednesday, thousands without electricity

By Neydja Petithomme

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BUNCOMBE COUNTY, NORTH Carolina (Wlos) – were over 3,500 feet from Tuesday to Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Wind gusts of up to 65 miles per hour are possible. Expect that some trees will sink, as well as power failures in the area of ​​the highwind clock.

On Wednesday 8 a.m., more than 9,000 Duke Energy customers are without electricity, including 2,237 in Haywood County, 2,622 in Graham County and 645 in Buncombe County.

Ed Phelps and his wife Shelby Phelps live on the Elk Mountain Scenic Highway.

“Since Helene got through, we have no trees to stop the wind,” said Phelps.

Phelps continued: “Now there is nothing on the streets. Nothing to stop you when you have an accident. “

There is a marginal risk (level 1 of 5) for some heavy thunderstorms on Tuesday evening until early Wednesday morning, with harmful wind being the main threat.

According to Duke Energy, the crews are ready to react to power outages and to encourage customers to be prepared. “

Duke Energy customers can report a failure by sending yourself to 57801, online at Duke-energy.com/outbes or on the phone number 1-800-419-6356.

See tips on how to stay safe during a storm at Duke-energy.com.

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