What happened to the power supply?

There were power outages for hundreds of thousands of people

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Flash floods and storms batter north-east US as deadly weather threatens millions

First publishedJul 29, 13:54 UTC

Last updatedJul 30, 12:59 UTC · 51m ago

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Answer

A 32-year-old man was killed in a lightning strike in New Jersey. Heavy rain and thunderstorms caused flash flooding and power outages in several north-eastern US states. The storm system also caused tornado warnings.

Reported by 2 outlets — The Guardian US, New York Post. See all sources ↓

Heavy rain and thunderstorms hit the north-east US. This caused flash flooding and power outages in several states. A man was killed in a lightning strike in New Jersey.

Why it matters

This weather event affects millions of people and causes significant disruptions to daily life. It also highlights the importance of being prepared for extreme weather conditions.

In brief

Where did the heavy rain and thunderstorms occur?: Several north-eastern US states
What happened to the power supply?: There were power outages for hundreds of thousands of people
What was the cause of death for one man?: A lightning strike

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The outlets focus on the immediate effects of the storm, such as power outages and flash flooding. Some outlets also mention the human impact, like the death caused by a lightning strike.

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The storm caused significant disruptions to daily life
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The Guardian USJul 29, 13:54deadly weather threatens millions
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A man was killed in a lightning strike in New Jersey
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The Guardian USJul 29, 13:54lightning kills a New Jersey man

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