There is a difference between “cause” and “exacerbate,” wouldn’t you agree?
I’m not picking a fight, but I’m trying to understand the phenomena here. I’ve seen bad weather in unexpected places cause all kinds of trouble.
In this case, no.
I have provided links on this thread for you to read up on this weather event.
I am not sure how EPA-mandated cutbacks on coal power plants would impact someone whose power line to his house is lying on his front yard from a tree falling on it. Maybe you would be kind enough to elaborate on your theory in that regard.