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Power outage in Barrow, Alaska? Contact your local utility company.
Barrow Utils & Elec Coop, Inc
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(907) 852-3176
North Slope Borough Power & Light
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(907) 852-0489
TDX North Slope Generating Co
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(907) 659-2559
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The northernmost city in U.S. just had its wettest day on record - The Washington Post The Washington Post Comment on this story ArrowRight GiftOutline Loading... Refresh
Utqiagvik, Alaska, formerly known as Barrow, saw its most rain in a single day, while Fairbanks was raked by high winds
Jul 28, 2022
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@BailieAudrey | 05:11 PM - 9 Feb 2022
The whole town of Barrow(Utqiaġvik) had a blackout/power outage?? I wish it would’ve lasted longer?
@AKNativ3907 | 11:01 PM - 13 Jan 2020
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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Barrow, Alaska
| City | Barrow |
| County | North Slope |
| State | Alaska (AK) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 99723 |