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A man has been arrested after reportedly causing a crash and power outage Monday morning, Colorado Springs police said.
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A late season winter-snowstorm rocked the Centennial State, dropped up to 16 inches of snow in some parts of the Pikes Peak region. Read the latest here.
Power Outages Increase as Extreme Weather Inflicts Toll on Aging Grid, Vulnerable Citizens
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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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Cripple Creek, Colorado
| City | Cripple Creek |
| County | Teller |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 80813 |
A lightning strike caused a 4-hour power outage to most of Cripple Creek. The outage shut down those casinos and other businesses and residences that did not have emergency generators.