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High Winds Leave 280,000 Without Power in Pittsburgh

3/14/2026

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High winds on March 13, 2026, in the Pittsburgh area caused damage and left approximately 280,000 customers without power.
The National Weather Service warned of 59 mph gusts across southwestern Pennsylvania and nearby Ohio and West Virginia.
Duquesne Light Company and West Penn Power mobilized extra crews to restore electricity, while authorities urged residents to avoid travel and stay clear of downed lines.

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High winds on March 13, 2026, in the Pittsburgh area caused damage and left approximately 280,000 customers without power.
The National Weather Service warned of 59 mph gusts across southwestern Pennsylvania and nearby Ohio and West Virginia.
Duquesne Light Company and West Penn Power mobilized extra crews to restore electricity, while authorities urged residents to avoid travel and stay clear of downed lines.