Power Outage in Basin, WY

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Power outage in Basin, Wyoming? Contact your local utility company.

Big Horn Rural Electric Company
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(800) 564-2419
Pacific Power
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(877) 508-5088 Report Online
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Big Horn County Elec Coop, Inc
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(406) 665-2830
NorthWestern Energy
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(888) 467-2669 Report Online
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Powder River Energy Corporation
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(888) 391-6220 Report Online
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Basin Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

June 30, 2010 - Thunderstorm Wind

A severe wind gust was measured on equipment located at a landfill about three miles north-northwest of Basin. Power lines and trees were also reported down in the area.

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News

How George Yates Aims to Help Solve Europe's Energy Crisis - D Magazine

At a time when the world needs him most, the third-generation oilman and HEYCO Energy Group CEO comes off the sidelines to bring industry innovations across the pond.

Nov 1, 2022

15-Story Binghamton Tower Without Power After Transformer Blast loading... loading... loading...

Electric service to one of downtown Binghamton's tallest buildings was knocked out following a reported transformer explosion.

Aug 31, 2022

City of Cody Power Outage Caused By Raccoon . . . Again!

Despite the thunder and lightning, the outage that left many Cody residents without power was caused by a raccoon - for the fourth or fifth time.

Aug 26, 2022

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.

Aug 9, 2022

Hot Night Without Power for Some NYSEG Customers loading...

Power was reported still out to hundreds of NYSEG customers in Chenango County and Tioga County early August 5.

Aug 5, 2022

Will the Texas Power Grid be Able to Meet Demand During the Heat?

You’re probably tired of ERCOT being in the news, but unfortunately, it doesn’t seem like that’s going to change any time soon.

Jun 9, 2022

It's pretty unusual': Half-inch of snow, power outages make for manic May Monday in Boise | Local News | idahopress.com

Many Boiseans woke up Monday morning to snow sticking on grass and cars. In downtown Boise, the chairs and tables at restaurants’ outdoor patios were covered in snow.

May 9, 2022

Breaking News: Cody Walmart Supercenter Closes Due to Power Outage

The Walmart Supercenter in Cody temporarily closed Monday afternoon due to a power outage.

Apr 25, 2022

Power in Laramie restored after 2-hour outage | News | wyomingnews.com

A power outage Tuesday affected nearly 7,700 Rocky Mountain Power customers, shutting down some businesses and stoplights.

Apr 12, 2022

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Lost power at 2:20pm today. 7,27,19. I wonder how long it.will.be out? Oh! Just came back on. 3:15pm

Dannette Koivisto | July 27, 2019  

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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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Basin, Wyoming

City Basin
County Big Horn
State Wyoming (WY)
Country United States
Zip Codes 82410

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