Power Outage in Dows, IA

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Alliant Energy
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Xcel Energy
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MidAmerican Energy Company
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Writh-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association
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Caclede Electric Cooperative
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(800) 299-3164

Dows Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

July 22, 2013 - Thunderstorm Wind

A large tree branch was downed. It took out a power line and blocked a road.

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June 25, 2010 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trained spotter reports wind gusts in excess of 60 MPH. Power out in Dows.

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News

Power out for more than 10,000, and is likely to remain out multiple days for some | Public Safety | willistonherald.com

Power is out all over the region in Williams, McKenzie and Richland county Montana. The wind knocked multiple utility poles down overnight Saturday, April 23, leaving more than 10,000 homes

Apr 24, 2022

Wright County Iowa suffers severed damage after December storms

According to sheriff deputies and emergency management, the East and Northeast parts of Wright County were some of the hardest hit by the storms.

Dec 16, 2021

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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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Dows, Iowa

City Dows
County Wright
State Iowa (IA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 50071

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