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How to Report Power Outage
Power outage in Audubon, Iowa? Contact your local utility company.
Farmers Electric Coop, Inc, IA
Report an Outage
(800) 397-4821
Atlantic Municipal Utilities
Report an Outage
(712) 243-1395
Audubon Power Outages Caused by Weather
Events
May 25, 2008 - Thunderstorm Wind
Two power poles were downed.
Viola Center - Viola Center
News
MidAmerican Energy Crews Make Strides In Restoring Power To Areas Hit By Wednesday Storms | CBC Online - Carroll Broadcasting
MidAmerican Energy Crews Make Strides In Restoring Power To Areas Hit By Wednesday Storms
Dec 16, 2021
Iowa declares disasters in 49 counties in wake of storms, tornadoes
There were 118 severe thunderstorm and 71 tornado warnings across Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Wisconsin, Illinois and Iowa Wednesday night.
Dec 15, 2021
Iowa derecho: Cedar Rapids power outage still affecting thousands
Emergency crews were struggling with downed trees as almost 40,000 Linn County residents were still without power.
Aug 17, 2020
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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.
Audubon, Iowa
| City | Audubon |
| County | Audubon |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 50025 |
A tree reported down on a power line. Trained spotter also reported limbs down. Estimated winds around 40 MPH and temperature increase from 76 F to 96 F in a few minutes along with a sharp drop in humidity. Likely heat burst.