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Crews "ready" to address power outages caused by Hurricane Ian, energy official says - CBS News
Hurricane Ian knocked out power for millions in Florida. CBS News' Lana Zak and Tanya Rivero speak with Melissa Seixas, the Florida state president of Duke Energy, about efforts to restore power.
Tropical Storm Ian power outages in Florida reach 2.5 million as storm makes landfall | Fox Business
Reported power outages in Florida reached 2.5 million people by Wednesday night as Tropical Storm Ian slammed the state. The major hurricane made landfall as a Category 4 storm.
Puerto Rico in blackout after Hurricane Fiona strikes, residents could be without power for 'several days' | Fox News
The entire island of Puerto Rico is without power as a result of Hurricane Fiona, and a power company says that it could be days before full power restoration occurs.
Minnesota regulators OK building massive solar power station near Becker | MPR News MPR News Twitter Facebook Mail Heart
Once completed, the Sherco Solar project near Becker, northwest of the Twin Cities, will cut carbon emissions by nearly 300,000 tons annually as it replaces a nearby coal-fired plant that's being phased out, Xcel Energy said.
Minnesota squirrel causes power outage for more than 9,000 residents | Fox News
Nearly 10,000 people were left without power in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Sunday after a squirrel disrupted a power transmission, according to energy provider Xcel.
Arizona storm causes a blackout, leaving residents vulnerable to nearly triple-digit heat wave | Fox News
An Arizona storm damaged 50 power poles in Bullhead City, knocking out power for most of the residents as they face a heat wave approaching triple-digit temperatures.
Live wire kills teen following storms, massive Michigan power outages | Fox News
Overnight thunderstorms in southeast Michigan left hundreds of thousands without power, and are being attributed to a teen girl's death.
Minnesota storms knock out power, shut down state fair | Fox News
Storms in Minnesota caused power outages and knocked down trees near Minneapolis on Saturday night. The Minnesota State Fair was forced to shut down. Wind gusts reached over 60 mph.
Climate law could shrink price of Sherco solar project | MPR News MPR News Twitter Facebook Mail Heart
Xcel Energy says tax credits included in the Inflation Reduction Act could lower the cost of building the 460-megawatt project next to its retiring coal plant in Becker by 20 percent.
Monday is going to be a tough day,' DL utilities manager says; rolling blackouts possible this summer - Detroit Lakes Tribune | News, weather, sports from Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Speaking at the end of a Detroit Lakes City Council meeting on June 14, the city's public utilities general manager, and chairman of the board for Missouri River Energy Services, presented the grim news that regional power generation may not meet the expected demand over the summer and rolling blackouts across the region are possible.
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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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Becker, Minnesota
| City | Becker |
| County | Sherburne |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 55308 |