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TDS internet outage Tuesday, July 19 caused by damaged fiber - Pine and Lakes Echo Journal | News, weather, sports from Pequot Lakes Minnesota
Over 30 communities lose internet during outage.
Jul 19, 2022
Brainerd lakes area hit with multiple storms Monday - Brainerd Dispatch | News, weather, sports from Brainerd and Baxter
As of Tuesday evening, area emergency personnel reported no injuries as a result of the storms.
May 31, 2022
Update: Power to remain out for thousands overnight - Brainerd Dispatch | News, weather, sports from Brainerd and Baxter
In what the electrical cooperative is calling an unprecedented move, Crow Wing Power repair crews will be called back from the field at 5 p.m. due to dangerous weather conditions.
Nov 18, 2016
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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.
Backus, Minnesota
| City | Backus |
| County | Cass |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 56435 |