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Trees and powerlines were toppled on Stickney Hill Road...near the intersection of Stanchfield Ridge Road...by wind gusts estimated at 60 mph.
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Versant Power : preparing for strong winds | MarketScreener
Versant Power preparing for strong winds Release Date: 09-22-2022 ... | November 23, 2022
Extreme weather drives more major power outages in Maine - Piscataquis Observer
By Lori Valigra, Bangor Daily News Staff Large-scale power outages are becoming more common across the country and in Maine as extreme weather, stoked by a warming climate, knocks out electricity to wider swaths of people. Between 2000 and 2021 some 83 percent of reported major outages in the U.
More than 4,000 lose power as Maine sees heavy rains and wind
In Orono and Old Town, about 2,000 Versant Power customers are without power after power lines along College Avenue fell to the ground.
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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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Brownville, Maine
| City | Brownville |
| County | Piscataquis |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 04414 |
Trees and power lines were toppled around Brownville by wind gusts estimated at 60 mph. The time is estimated.