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How Climate Change Is Threatening a Key Tool for Alaska Natives - The New York Times
Threatened by stronger storms and a melting permafrost, Indigenous Alaskans are grappling with how to keep the power running to their freezers, which store their traditional subsistence foods.
Flood waters receding after storm batters western Alaska
Floodwaters were starting to recede in some parts of western Alaska that were battered by the worst storm in a half-century.
Sussex County and Morris County power outage after I-80 accident
80,000 customers were knocked out before crews started re-routing power to substations in Morris and Sussex counties.
As some in wind-blasted Mat-Su finally get power, others continue to contend with bursting pipes and frigid cold Facebook Icon Twitter Icon Instagram Icon YouTube icon Pinterest
Borough first responders are being called to homes for situations involving improper use of generators and indoor use of propane and gas stoves for heating. At least a dozen people with carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms have gone to the hospital.
Thousands lose power in freezing rain, heavy snow | Alaska News | newsminer.com
Parks Highway shut down overnight Sunday. The IGA in Delta Junction closed after its roof collapsed. And numerous businesses will not open Monday due to the storm.
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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.
Arctic Village, Alaska
| City | Arctic Village |
| County | Yukon-Koyukuk |
| State | Alaska (AK) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 99722 |