High Winds Leave 280,000 Without Power in Pittsburgh Area
High Winds Leave 280,000 Without Power in Pittsburgh Area
US · Published Mar 14, 2026
High winds caused power outages for 280,000 customers in the Pittsburgh area.
Wind gusts reached 59 mph, leading to fallen trees and downed power lines.
Duquesne Light and First Energy are working to restore power, prioritizing critical needs.
Severe winds cause power outages in Pittsburgh
On Friday, the Pittsburgh area was hit by severe winds, resulting in approximately 280,000 customers experiencing power outages. The National Weather Service issued wind warnings across Ohio, West Virginia, and southwestern Pennsylvania, impacting millions of people. Wind gusts reached 59 mph at Allegheny County Airport and Pittsburgh International Airport.
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