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Power Outage Hits Acadiana Hard | Lafayette Louisiana News
A major power outage hit Acadiana, leaving 25,000 people without electricity—with statewide totals hitting 50,000—after trees crashed into power lines, sparking fires and explosions. The damage was severe: homes crushed by falling trees, roads blocked by downed wires, roofs torn off, and traffic lights dark at key intersections. Even a tree branch landed on an Amazon delivery truck on I-10. It’s a brutal reminder of nature’s sudden power to disrupt daily life, as crews scramble to restore power and ensure safety amid widespread chaos. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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