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Woman electrocuted by power lines following severe storms
By WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 11, 2026
· 1 min read
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV/Gray News) - A woman was electrocuted after storms rolled through the area, knocking down a power line in southeast Charlotte.Officials said that a 37-year-old woman was electrocuted on the night of Tuesday, July 7.A neighbor, Scott Mallonee, said that he heard a bunch of po...
Key takeaway Officials said that a 37-year-old woman was electrocuted on the night of Tuesday, July 7.
Why this matters in The Nashville
This incident in Charlotte serves as a stark warning for Nashville residents, who are no strangers to severe storms and resulting power outages. The fact that a downed power line can be deadly is a sobering reminder of the dangers that can follow intense weather events. In Nashville, where trees and power lines often intersect, the risk of electrocution is ever-present during storms. As the city's infrastructure continues to grow and evolve, it's crucial that residents remain vigilant and aware of their surroundings, especially during and after severe weather. The Nashville Electric Service and other local utilities must also be prepared to respond quickly and effectively to downed power lines, to prevent tragedies like the one in Charlotte from occurring in our own community. By prioritizing public safety and infrastructure resilience, Nashville can reduce the risk of electrocution and other storm-related hazards.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV/Gray News) - A woman was electrocuted after storms rolled through the area, knocking down a power line in southeast Charlotte.Officials said that a 37-year-old woman was electrocuted on the night of Tuesday, July 7.A neighbor, Scott Mallonee, said that he heard a bunch of po...
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