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Lessons and hope after the disastrous 2022 general election results.
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Thousands of NJ residents lose power in Hunterdon, Somerset
Another 2,500 customers are out in Somerset County.
Over Fifty Groups Petition EPA to Improve Oversight of Water Pollution from Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations | Earthjustice
Today, a nationwide coalition of 51 citizens’ groups and community advocacy, environmental justice, and environmental advocacy organizations, together representing tens of millions of people, in partnership with Earthjustice, petitioned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to improve its oversight of water pollution from industrial-scale concentrated animal feeding operations, commonly known as Large CAFOs.
Storm Brings Taste of Winter to Great Lakes With Snow and Towering Waves - The New York Times
The storm is expected to taper off after blasting Michigan with over a foot of snow in areas and Lake Superior with waves of up to 15 feet.
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Florida Response to Hurricane Ian Continues
Hubbard planned power outage date moved to Thursday - WFMJ.com
First Energy is now saying the power will be turned off in Hubbard on Thursday, not Wednesday, as previously announced.
Missoula Windstorm Knocks Out Power to Over 2,700 Homes
Crews responded immediately and most of those customers had service by 6:10 p.m.
DTE issues warning to avoid downed power lines after teen's death
Wind gusts of 60-70 mph swept across the state and Midwest, downing trees, taking out multiple powerlines, crashing on cars and people's homes.
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Power Outage FAQs
What is Power Outage?
Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.
What Causes Power Outages?
- Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.
What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?
- Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
- Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
- Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
- Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.
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Great Lakes, Illinois
| City | Great Lakes |
| County | Lake |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 60088 |