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International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Erects Energy Storage System at Headquarters
The dark night returns: Eversource grid in Boston flickers out across city | Universal Hub
Updated 9:10 am., Tuesday. Wednesday's expected temperature drop can't come soon enough for Eversource's groaning Boston power grid - and the people who keep losing their AC and lights because of it. Read more.
For-profit utilities leave thousands in Massachusetts without power at peak of record-breaking heat wave – Liberation News
As temperatures in Boston reached 99 degrees on July 24 — a record high for the day — nearly 20,000 people in the neighborhood of Dorchester suddenly
Crews work to restore power for over 500 customers in South Boston – Boston News, Weather, Sports | WHDH 7News
As storm intensifies across Mass., many Cape Cod residents lose power | WBUR News WBUR WBUR Twitter Twitter facebook Email Twitter Close WBUR facebook Twitter
Massachusetts residents woke up to a variety of snowfall and wind conditions, with forecasters warning the storm will worsen. As snowfall increases, city and town officials urge residents to stay home and stay safe.
Rolling blackouts possible this winter, regional grid warns | WBUR News WBUR WBUR Twitter facebook Email Close WBUR facebook Twitter
Rolling blackouts may hit New England if there’s an extended cold snap this winter. The CEO of power grid operator ISO New England said the situation is “precarious” because natural gas is in shorter-than-normal supply and also subject to supply chain disruptions.
Map: More than 150,000 in Mass. still without power following nor’easter
See where power outages are being reported in Massachusetts. Read more on Boston.com.
‘If you need to go out, be careful’: After nor’easter blasts coast, thousands may wait days for electricity - The Boston Globe email Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments
More than 332,000 customers in Massachusetts were without power early Thursday morning, mostly south of Boston. Officials said it may be days before power is fully restored. Roads and schools were closed, and hundreds of trees and limbs were down after the strong storm.
Baker urges patience as crews begin to restore power in 'multi-day' storm cleanup | WBUR News WBUR WBUR Download Twitter Twitter facebook Email Twitter Close WBUR facebook Twitter
A coastal Nor'easter moving through the region became what's known as a bomb cyclone overnight, meaning it underwent a rapid drop in air pressure.
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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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Dorchester Center, Massachusetts
| City | Dorchester Center |
| County | Suffolk |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 02124 |