Power Outage in Dighton, KS

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Power outage in Dighton, Kansas? Contact your local utility company.

Lane-Scott Electric Coop, Inc
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(800) 407-2217
Pacific Power
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(877) 508-5088 Report Online
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EWEB
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(844) 484-2300 Report Online
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Midwest Energy, Inc.
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(800) 222-3121
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Central Lincoln A Community-Owned Electric Utility
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(877) 265-3211 Report Online
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Dighton Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

August 1, 2020 - Thunderstorm Wind

A building was heavily damaged from an apparent microburst. Blowing gravel broke out the windows of a vehicle and injured the occupant of the vehicle. There were also power poles blown down in this location.

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August 1, 2020 - Thunderstorm Wind

Power poles were blown down along highway 23 near county Road 160.

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March 6, 2017 - Wildfire

A wildfire started after a power line disconnected from an outbuilding and fell to the ground. The fire spread very fast and burnt 20 outbuildings and damaged or destroyed 1000's of fence posts. The fire was essentially under control by 9 PM but flared up the following day for a while. At least 20,000 acres burned in Lane County.

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June 11, 2014 - Thunderstorm Wind

A few power poles were blown down by the high wind along with tree damage.

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June 26, 2012 - Wildfire

Sparks from old power lines started a grass fire late in the afternoon that continued into the late night hours. Three structures burned along with a large amount of grass and brush.

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June 26, 2012

Downed power lines from gusty wind helped ignite a wildfire that moved across parts of Lane county.

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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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Dighton, Kansas

City Dighton
County Lane
State Kansas (KS)
Country United States
Zip Codes 67839

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