Power Outage in Bismarck, ND

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Power outage in Bismarck, North Dakota? Contact your local utility company.

Montana-Dakota Utilities Co
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(800) 638-3278
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Capital Electric Cooperative Inc
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(701) 223-1513
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Western Area Power Administration
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(720) 962-7000
Otter Tail Power Company
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(800) 257-4044
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KEM Electric Coop Inc
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(800) 472-2673

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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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Bismarck, North Dakota

City Bismarck
County Burleigh
State North Dakota (ND)
Country United States
Zip Codes 58501, 58502, 58503, 58504, 58505, 58506, 58507