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Power outage in Carthage, South Dakota? Contact your local utility company.
Southeastern Electric Cooperative Inc
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Central Electric Coop, Inc, SD
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Dakota Energy Coop Inc
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Carthage Power Outages Caused by Weather
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June 9, 2015 - Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorm winds blew down trees and power poles.
Carthage - Carthage
June 9, 2001 - Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorm winds blew down trees, limbs, and branches. One large limb fell onto a power line, causing a fire which destroyed a building housing a post office, food pantry, and apartment.
Carthage - Carthage
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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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Carthage, South Dakota
| City | Carthage |
| County | Miner |
| State | South Dakota (SD) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 57323 |
Power down at 4am in Defeated Creek area. 8.5 hours without power.
Power went out around 7:35pm. High winds are likely cause. No visible tree or line damages on property.