Power Outage in Cranston, RI

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Power outage in Cranston, Rhode Island? Contact your local utility company.

National Grid US
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Pascoag Utility District
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(401) 568-6222
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Cranston Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

August 4, 2015 - Thunderstorm Wind

Dozens of streets were blocked by downed trees, including Phoenix Avenue. A tree hit power lines, snapping a utility pole and burying one family's cars.

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News

GoLocalProv | LIVE MAP: Power Outages Across RI

Track power outages and expected repair times on this real-time interactive tracker.

Nov 11, 2022

Roads flood as storm passes through RI, Mass. | WPRI.com Open Navigation Close Navigation

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Following a line of intense storms Tuesday morning, many roadways were flooded across Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. A Flash Flood Warning for part of the area has been dropped, but additional street flooding is possible. Don’t try to drive through a flooded roadway. The showers and downpours are expected […]

Sep 13, 2022

Squirrel causes power outage, brush fire in Fairhaven | WPRI.com Open Navigation Close Navigation

The Fairhaven Fire Department says crews responded just after 6 p.m. to reports of an explosion and brush fire in the area of 123 Alden Road.

Aug 16, 2022

Police: Man broke into North Smithfield home, hid under deck | WPRI.com Open Navigation Close Navigation

A Woonsocket man was arrested last week after he was caught breaking into a North Smithfield home, according to police.

Jul 11, 2022

RI blizzard aftermath: Few power outages; nearly two feet of snow

Saturday's blizzard dumped as many as 24 inches of snow, but there were few power outages and most places were getting back to normal on Sunday.

Jan 31, 2022

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I lost power, I really need mine back on because I have a newborn to take care of!

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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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Cranston, Rhode Island

City Cranston
County Providence
State Rhode Island (RI)
Country United States
Zip Codes 02910, 02920, 02921

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