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McDowell storm update - Copper stolen from downed lines

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WELCH (WVVA) - Copper thieves have taken advantage of downed lines in McDowell County.

Officials with the county's 911 center said Tuesday that 450 feet of copper wire was stolen from the Panther area.

Downed lines should never be touched, no matter how harmless they look.

County officials report a total 15 structures and nine vehicles in the county suffered damage in last Friday's violent storm.

Power remains out to many in the county, particularly in the Panther, Bradshaw and Avondale areas.

Five Loaves and Two Fishes in Kimball has assistance available for those impacted by the storm. A water tanker truck that has been set up at Kimball Elementary will be relocated to Five Loaves and Two Fishes.

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