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Douglas Power Outages Caused by Weather
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Several power lines were blown down in and near Douglas.
As a strong gust front swept across the county, numerous trees and branches were reported down countywide by both law enforcement and trained spotters. Some roads were blocked by fallen trees and had to be cleared by the county Road Commission. Additionally, some scattered power outages were observed.
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If you notice a downed power line, the MSP says you should call 911 immediately and stay 25 feet away.
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Wind showed its power for damage across the county
Livingston County was hit hard by high winds, causing downed trees and power lines and leaving tens of thousands in the dark.
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Along Door Street in west Toledo, power outages are causing problems for businesses and residents trying to escape the record-high heat.
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ToledoEdison has reported and fixed numerous power outages since Tuesday. The storm's effects are still being felt as local power grids struggle to stay on.
Extreme weather patterns to persist in Michigan due to climate change
Michigan utilities are struggling to provide reliable energy to customers as storms become more frequent and severe.
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State officials are reluctant to ask ratepayers to foot the bill for investments experts say are needed to fortify the grid against increasingly severe weather.
How decades of neglect left Detroit’s grid vulnerable to powerful storms | Energy News Network
Don’t blame trees — blame the lack of tree trimming around power lines for the region’s growing outage problems, critics say.
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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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Douglas, Michigan
| City | Douglas |
| County | Allegan |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 49406 |
Power is out at 1 Riverview Road, Douglas, Wy 82633