Little Rock, Arkansas – Severe thunderstorms sweeping across Arkansas on Tuesday have left tens of thousands of residents without electricity, causing disruption and concern for communities across the state. According to PowerOutage.us, as of 4:20 p.m., a total of 30,441 customers were reported without power.
Pulaski County, home to the state capital of Little Rock, is among the hardest hit, with 10,373 customers currently affected. Perry County follows closely behind, with 5,601 experiencing outages, and Saline County has 2,142 residents without electricity. The storms have also impacted other areas, including Conway, Yell, Johnson, Clark, and Lawrence counties.
Utility crews are working to restore service as quickly as possible, but officials caution that some areas may remain in the dark for several hours depending on the severity of the damage. Downed power lines and fallen trees have been reported in multiple locations, complicating repair efforts.
Local emergency management teams are urging residents to take precautions as the storms continue. “Severe weather can be unpredictable, and safety should always come first,” said a spokesperson for the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management. Authorities recommend keeping flashlights, batteries, and other essentials on hand, avoiding downed power lines, and checking in on vulnerable neighbors.
The National Weather Service has issued additional warnings as the storm system moves across the region, with the potential for heavy rain, strong winds, and isolated tornadoes. Residents are encouraged to stay tuned to local media outlets and official weather alerts for updates.
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Power restoration efforts are ongoing, and utility companies say they are committed to getting customers back online as safely and quickly as possible. Officials are also monitoring the storm’s path to anticipate further disruptions and ensure that emergency resources are ready to respond where needed.
The latest round of outages highlights the vulnerability of infrastructure during severe weather events and serves as a reminder for communities to remain prepared for sudden storms. As crews work through the evening, residents hope for a swift return to normalcy.
