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Dozens without electricity for more than 12 hours after fallen trees knock out power in Bellevue
By Tony Garcia at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Several trees knocked out power on Sunday night, and dozens of Bellevue residents found themselves without electricity for nearly half a day.According to a spokesperson for the Nashville Electric Service, some trees fell on Highway 70 around 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, knockin...
Key takeaway According to a spokesperson for the Nashville Electric Service, some trees fell on Highway 70 around 10:30 p.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The power outage in Bellevue is a stark reminder of the region's vulnerability to severe weather, which has been a recurring issue in recent years. With several storms moving through the area over the weekend, it's likely that the heavy rain played a role in the downed trees that knocked out electricity. The fact that dozens of residents were without power for nearly half a day highlights the need for continued investment in the city's infrastructure, particularly when it comes to maintaining and upgrading the power grid. As the Nashville Electric Service works to restore power to the remaining affected customers, residents will be watching to see how the utility responds to future outages, and whether the city's emergency response plans are adequate to handle the impacts of severe weather. The incident also underscores the importance of tree maintenance and removal in preventing similar outages in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Several trees knocked out power on Sunday night, and dozens of Bellevue residents found themselves without electricity for nearly half a day.According to a spokesperson for the Nashville Electric Service, some trees fell on Highway 70 around 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, knockin...
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