Power Outage in Columbia City, IN

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City of Columbia City Electric Department
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(260) 248-5115
Northeastern REMC
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(888) 413-6111 Report Online
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Indiana Michigan Power
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(800) 311-4634 Report Online
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Kosciusko REMC
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(574) 267-6331
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Heartland REMC
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(866) 336-2492
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Columbia City Power Outages Caused by Weather

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October 17, 2022 - Winter Weather

A lake effect snow band clipped Whitley County with 1 to 3 inches of heavy wet snow, heaviest across northern portions of the county. This combined with leaves on tress led to several reports of downed trees and power outages across the county. Roads also became snow covered for a time with a few accidents reported across the region.

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August 29, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trees were reported down onto power lines.

Tri Lakes - Tri Lakes
June 13, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

A survey of damage by emergency management officials and NWS personnel indicated numerous trees and power lines were blown down in the Tri Lakes area, especially between State Routes 9 and 109. All roads at one point were impassable due to the amount of damage. The swath of damage continued southeast through Columbia City and towards the Allen county line. A semi was reported blown off the road on US-30. Spotter estimated and measured wind speeds of 70 to 80 mph were noted in some spots, both in the Tri Lakes area as well as approaching Allen county.

Tri Lakes - Dunfee
June 13, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

A survey of damage by emergency management officials and NWS personnel indicated numerous trees and power lines were blown down in the Tri Lakes area, especially between State Routes 9 and 109. All roads at one point were impassable due to the amount of damage. The swath of damage continued southeast through Columbia City and towards the Allen county line. A semi was reported blown off the road on US-30. Spotter estimated and measured wind speeds of 70 to 80 mph were noted in some spots, both in the Tri Lakes area as well as approaching Allen county.

Tri Lakes - Dunfee
December 11, 2021 - Strong Wind

A trained spotter reported a 52 mph wind gust measured on their home equipment during the 12 PM hour. In surrounding areas, wind gusts in excess of 45 MPH began during the 8 AM hour. Frequent gusts of 40 to 50 mph from west and northwest were observed in the area through the early afternoon. These wind gusts resulted in instances of tree damage and subsequent power outages.

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News

Power outage affects over 1,200 customers in Hammond

The cause of the outage remains unknown, according to the NIPSCO website.

Oct 31, 2022

One hospitalized after rollover crash caused power outage | Public Safety | newspressnow.com

One person was sent to Mosaic Life Care after a single-vehicle rollover crash that caused a small power outage Thursday afternoon.

Sep 22, 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

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

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

Aug 5, 2022

AEP Ohio created power outages in Columbus neighborhoods. Why?

American Electric Power has purposefully shut off power to neighborhoods as it works to repair damage caused by this week's powerful storms.

Jun 15, 2022

Large power outage reported in West Knoxville Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal

A power outage is impacting over 8,000 people in sections of West Knoxville.

Jun 14, 2022

Less than 1,000 still without power | WANE 15 Open Navigation Close Navigation

After losing power on Monday, more than 2,000 I&M customers will finally get their electricity back on Friday.

Jun 14, 2022

Northeastern REMC working to restore power; 7 of 16 substations offline Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

Northeastern REMC (NREMC) says crews are working to restore power to about 10,000 customers following a derecho in the area Monday evening.

Jun 14, 2022

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Power out on north state road

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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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Columbia City, Indiana

City Columbia City
County Whitley
State Indiana (IN)
Country United States
Zip Codes 46725

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