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Linn County Rural Electric Cooperative

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Pacific Power

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Ameren Missouri

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Evergy

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Alliant Energy

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(800) 255-4268 Report Online

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Kansas Gas Service

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(888) 482-4950

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Central Electric Cooperative Inc

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(866) 459-8651

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Eastern Iowa REC

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(800) 728-1242

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Consumers Power Inc

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(541) 929-3124

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Emerald People's Utility District

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(541) 746-1583 Report Online

Maquekota Valley Electric Cooperative

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(800) 927-6068 Report Online

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Farmers' Electric Cooperative

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(800) 927-5334

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Heartland Rural Elec Coop, Inc

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(800) 835-9586

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Macon Electric Coop

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(660) 385-3157

East-Central Iowa Rural Elec Coop

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(877) 850-4343

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Grundy Electric Coop, Inc

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(800) 279-2249

North Central MO Elec Coop Inc

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(660) 265-4404

BPA

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(800) 282-3713

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Storms unleashed hail and damaging winds that toppled trees.

May 16, 2022

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- A power out is effecting thousands in Sioux Falls Monday afternoon as Xcel Energy is reporting 2,787 customers impacted as of 1:30pm.

Apr 4, 2022

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Power outage during major work presentation. Thanks, Linn County REC!

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@SaraFlynnWX | 12:22 PM - 30 Jan 2021

Freezing rain may have contributed to the outages. Alliant estimates power will be restored by 1 pm. https://t.co/0IYQjIKt5z

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@ray_thought | 06:31 PM - 23 Aug 2020

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@andy_abeyta | 05:00 PM - 17 Aug 2020

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@Currie_Liabo | 04:35 PM - 17 Aug 2020

RT @gazettedotcom: 90% of Alliant customers to have power by end of Tuesday, official says https://t.co/ODSl5ONyGD

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RT @gazettedotcom: 90% of Alliant customers to have power by end of Tuesday, official says https://t.co/ODSl5ONyGD

@marcmorehouse | 03:55 PM - 17 Aug 2020

RT @hinsonashley: The national media has overlooked this disaster. There was a recent Bloomberg story that highlighted a 4 hour power outag…

@tamijeanpotts | 09:46 AM - 17 Aug 2020

RT @chrisearl9: I'll be anchoring @KCRG with @TaylorHoltTV at 5:30 & 10 p.m. Latest power outage numbers: 79,000+ Alliant customers witho…

@JenLellig | 09:44 AM - 17 Aug 2020

RT @hinsonashley: The national media has overlooked this disaster. There was a recent Bloomberg story that highlighted a 4 hour power outag…

@shooter1shot | 09:27 AM - 17 Aug 2020

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@KaliePluchelWX | 08:55 AM - 17 Aug 2020

RT @hinsonashley: The national media has overlooked this disaster. There was a recent Bloomberg story that highlighted a 4 hour power outag…

@REMATTHEWS2 | 08:21 AM - 17 Aug 2020

RT @NSCA_systems: One week after the #derecho ripped through the Midwest, NSCA's headquarters office has power again! You can reach us via…

@Gfretless | 07:54 AM - 17 Aug 2020

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@NSCA_systems | 07:52 AM - 17 Aug 2020

RT @CityofCRiowa: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION: Will my toilet keep working if the power is out? As long as you have water pressure, your toi…

@ericlangston357 | 06:55 AM - 17 Aug 2020

RT @chrisearl9: I'll be anchoring @KCRG with @TaylorHoltTV at 5:30 & 10 p.m. Latest power outage numbers: 79,000+ Alliant customers witho…

@Hawkeyes1982 | 06:47 AM - 17 Aug 2020

RT @30SuperMom: There are so many people living in a nightmare right now due to the widespread power outages. Some of the people who need h…

@thesupermomlife | 06:34 AM - 17 Aug 2020

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@ZMIA1987 | 06:30 AM - 17 Aug 2020

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@YoungIowaGOP | 06:17 AM - 17 Aug 2020

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@Gabesmom | 05:07 AM - 17 Aug 2020

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@MNelson_ISU | 05:03 AM - 17 Aug 2020

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@BuddyBurton | 05:03 AM - 17 Aug 2020

RT @hinsonashley: The national media has overlooked this disaster. There was a recent Bloomberg story that highlighted a 4 hour power outag…

@MikeWal57823155 | 05:00 AM - 17 Aug 2020

RT @hinsonashley: The national media has overlooked this disaster. There was a recent Bloomberg story that highlighted a 4 hour power outag…

@LatimerBrett | 05:00 AM - 17 Aug 2020

@WxmanFranz I've been through power outages from hurricanes that lasted two weeks. I understand it takes time. We'r… https://t.co/Zhg1kX9CXR

@KopelmanWX | 01:17 AM - 17 Aug 2020

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@rod_leviathan | 02:18 PM - 16 Aug 2020

RT @BethMalicki: Wanna help? Need help? #IowaDerecho #Iowahurricane Gazette's here for ya, as always: https://t.co/izSxDqJ78O

@LaurieNeuerburg | 06:09 AM - 16 Aug 2020

RT @30SuperMom: There are so many people living in a nightmare right now due to the widespread power outages. Some of the people who need h…

@chachafance | 09:38 AM - 15 Aug 2020

Tbh one of the worst parts about living in CR rn is that most of the stoplights aren’t working bc of the power outa… https://t.co/46oPC9DR9Z

@RaveN__RN | 09:33 AM - 15 Aug 2020

RT @BethMalicki: Wanna help? Need help? #IowaDerecho #Iowahurricane Gazette's here for ya, as always: https://t.co/izSxDqJ78O

@TiaHeidebrecht | 01:17 AM - 15 Aug 2020

Glad California’s power outage is causing an uproar and making news but no one gives a fat fiddler’s fuck in a dere… https://t.co/u5eNbcTJps

@Ryjongle | 11:36 PM - 14 Aug 2020

RT @BethMalicki: Wanna help? Need help? #IowaDerecho #Iowahurricane Gazette's here for ya, as always: https://t.co/izSxDqJ78O

@lisanoel1968 | 10:51 PM - 14 Aug 2020

RT @BethMalicki: Wanna help? Need help? #IowaDerecho #Iowahurricane Gazette's here for ya, as always: https://t.co/izSxDqJ78O

@solon594bce | 10:35 PM - 14 Aug 2020

RT @BethMalicki: Wanna help? Need help? #IowaDerecho #Iowahurricane Gazette's here for ya, as always: https://t.co/izSxDqJ78O

@AnnPixley1 | 10:30 PM - 14 Aug 2020

RT @BethMalicki: Wanna help? Need help? #IowaDerecho #Iowahurricane Gazette's here for ya, as always: https://t.co/izSxDqJ78O

@hawaiiowanpunch | 07:33 PM - 14 Aug 2020

@xrayanneiowa @stormcrwcentrl Sure! @gazettedotcom has a list its updating about ways to help. THANK YOU. https://t.co/izSxDqJ78O

@BethMalicki | 07:13 PM - 14 Aug 2020

RT @gazettedotcom: Iowa storm updates: Latest on cleanup, outages, recovery in Cedar Rapids area, Aug. 14 https://t.co/utMpefnIuJ

@ICADGroup | 10:15 AM - 14 Aug 2020

Iowa storm updates: Latest on cleanup, outages, recovery in Cedar Rapids area, Aug. 14 https://t.co/utMpefnIuJ

@gazettedotcom | 10:09 AM - 14 Aug 2020

There are so many people living in a nightmare right now due to the widespread power outages. Some of the people wh… https://t.co/VYcHr9Qe6d

@30SuperMom | 09:39 AM - 14 Aug 2020

Internet service in Cedar Rapids should return within a day of power restoration, Meidacom says https://t.co/8yF4h6PQHQ

@gazettedotcom | 09:35 AM - 14 Aug 2020

RT @gazettedotcom: Still no power for 81% of Linn County residents three days after derecho storm https://t.co/2AUWeOYsN7

@ThtWasAllWelter | 08:46 AM - 14 Aug 2020

RT @gazettedotcom: For those with medical needs, storm that hit Cedar Rapids turns life-threatening https://t.co/0eBOBvSZ3f

@lunsford77 | 07:41 AM - 14 Aug 2020

@NBCNews @KallieAnn531 We also have massive damage and power outage all over the state. (no power since Monday)

@ArchieGoodwin13 | 07:52 PM - 13 Aug 2020

RT @NStewCBS2: Great animation from @PowerOutage_us, which we've been using on air during this event to show outages, documenting the power…

@AnnT4H | 07:50 PM - 13 Aug 2020

RT @andy_abeyta: Cleanup and repair continues in Cedar Rapids after Monday's derecho storm. Three days in and 75% of Linn County residents…

@katieaune | 07:29 PM - 13 Aug 2020

@JayRodr73083505 @RedCross We are holding a press conference today. We continue to work on issuing public service a… https://t.co/asomdjcvPv

@CityofCRiowa | 09:33 AM - 13 Aug 2020

RT @gazettedotcom: Still no power for 81% of Linn County residents three days after derecho storm https://t.co/2AUWeOYsN7

@Jen_Sullivan1 | 09:21 AM - 13 Aug 2020

RT @gazettedotcom: Still no power for 81% of Linn County residents three days after derecho storm https://t.co/2AUWeOYsN7

@Majda_Olson | 09:07 AM - 13 Aug 2020

RT @gazettedotcom: Still no power for 81% of Linn County residents three days after derecho storm https://t.co/2AUWeOYsN7

@uiowagpsg | 08:59 AM - 13 Aug 2020

RT @gazettedotcom: Still no power for 81% of Linn County residents three days after derecho storm https://t.co/2AUWeOYsN7

@michaelgraham | 08:56 AM - 13 Aug 2020

RT @gazettedotcom: Still no power for 81% of Linn County residents three days after derecho storm https://t.co/2AUWeOYsN7

@j48d | 08:52 AM - 13 Aug 2020

RT @gazettedotcom: Still no power for 81% of Linn County residents three days after derecho storm https://t.co/2AUWeOYsN7

@DylanIsDense | 08:47 AM - 13 Aug 2020

RT @lizmartin: Out in the NW neighborhood today in Cedar Rapids, and neighbors continue helping each other clean up. Latest updates and pho…

@KevinOinSC | 08:38 PM - 12 Aug 2020

RT @lizmartin: Out in the NW neighborhood today in Cedar Rapids, and neighbors continue helping each other clean up. Latest updates and pho…

@ScottDochterman | 06:25 PM - 12 Aug 2020

RT @gazettedotcom: Shelters, charging stations in works in Cedar Rapids, Marion as power outages continue https://t.co/Ms02WM8hZK

@coldspaghettie | 06:12 PM - 12 Aug 2020

There’s supposed to be a meteor shower tonight over Cedar Rapids. With the power outages across the city, the stars… https://t.co/sRBhuBKQbS

@BlindsightBlue | 09:47 PM - 11 Aug 2020

RT @KCRG_FirstAlert: Due to the power outage our sky is filled with stars not hampered by city light pollution. This is a great time for a…

@smack819 | 08:07 PM - 11 Aug 2020

RT @melia_buggg: Shout out to @MyFavMurder for keeping me sane during a city wide power outage! There’s just something about sitting in the…

@maryemmaaaa | 08:03 PM - 11 Aug 2020

Due to the power outage our sky is filled with stars not hampered by city light pollution. This is a great time fo… https://t.co/MskTLmpwii

@KCRG_FirstAlert | 07:53 PM - 11 Aug 2020

RT @CoeCollege: Update: There is still a power outage on Coe’s campus and in much of the city of Cedar Rapids. At this time cellular servic…

@loserskylar | 07:17 PM - 11 Aug 2020

i would just like to thank myself for downloading all of one direction’s music on my phone so i can listen offline… https://t.co/HYDWIOexqx

@mariahloveshes | 07:11 PM - 11 Aug 2020

Shout out to @MyFavMurder for keeping me sane during a city wide power outage! There’s just something about sitting… https://t.co/2HQRYfjO05

@melia_buggg | 06:26 PM - 11 Aug 2020

But while I've been traveling without internet, my fellow reporters @gazettedotcom have been great about updating t… https://t.co/zjYjBzV9FY

@Michaela_Ramm | 03:12 PM - 11 Aug 2020

RT @Michaela_Ramm: "The storm created damage beyond what we've seen before, and it could take several days before the majority of services…

@JSteppe1 | 03:05 PM - 11 Aug 2020

Good ideas to start on for next winter's season. https://t.co/qdQ6cdW9PA

@WindingPathways | 06:15 AM - 17 Feb 2020

Here's a look in North Liberty tonight. Look at the icing on the power lines! Power outages will be a concern throu… https://t.co/nvXVEMig1V

@NStewCBS2 | 05:57 PM - 10 Jan 2020

RT @NStewCBS2: An updated look at the wintry forecast this evening. The icing threat in the south is a concern! We could be seeing power ou…

@KopelmanWX | 03:43 PM - 10 Jan 2020

An updated look at the wintry forecast this evening. The icing threat in the south is a concern! We could be seeing… https://t.co/rnktNcl1EN

@NStewCBS2 | 02:25 PM - 10 Jan 2020

Millions face power outages in northern, central California https://t.co/CJUC3SPJlZ

@KCRG | 03:17 AM - 9 Oct 2019

RT @KCRG: Areas of the northern Rocky Mountains looked more like mid-winter rather than early fall on Sunday as a snowstorm dumped record a…

@HEIS_Tswvlis | 09:29 PM - 29 Sep 2019

Areas of the northern Rocky Mountains looked more like mid-winter rather than early fall on Sunday as a snowstorm d… https://t.co/mgpkHBEt1f

@KCRG | 09:20 PM - 29 Sep 2019

Wind, heavy snow in Montana cause power outages, road closures https://t.co/hSwtRpEOu1

@KCRG | 03:31 PM - 29 Sep 2019

Winter, inevitably, is coming here. But first, a storm was expected to bring up to four feet of snow and strong win… https://t.co/RQVvG33TLb

@KCRG | 03:20 PM - 29 Sep 2019

RT @StephenineD: No matter what the Circumstances are Mayor Pete still Shows Up even if it's in the dark. Close Your Eyes, The Beginning…

@AnneK94 | 10:47 AM - 29 Sep 2019

RT @StephenineD: No matter what the Circumstances are Mayor Pete still Shows Up even if it's in the dark. Close Your Eyes, The Beginning…

@Chimos5CAD | 10:38 AM - 29 Sep 2019

No matter what the Circumstances are Mayor Pete still Shows Up even if it's in the dark. Close Your Eyes, The Beg… https://t.co/uOkzrCXwYV

@StephenineD | 10:37 AM - 29 Sep 2019

Wind, heavy snow cause power outages, road closures in northern Rockies https://t.co/VwykdmUx3Q

@KCRG | 06:21 AM - 29 Sep 2019

@thayne_griffin Redzone channel says that there is a power outage in Jax. Game is continuing with officials keeping time on the field.

@briceONEnation | 12:47 PM - 8 Sep 2019

@ZachTakes Power outage in Jacksonville

@gameiswon | 12:45 PM - 8 Sep 2019

RT @MountMercy: The Mount Mercy campus and parts of the city of Cedar Rapids are experiencing a power outage. More details to come on when…

@mmuerik | 08:10 AM - 6 Sep 2019

We experienced a power outage at Broadcast Park during the 5pm newscast. We’re working to get back on-air. https://t.co/iRM0QMaqcR

@cbs2iowa | 03:26 PM - 26 Jul 2019

Cape Cod Tornado Leaves Power Outages, Trail Of Damage In Harwich, Yarmouth https://t.co/Ce2LkrlHQt

@girlintheknow03 | 05:52 PM - 24 Jul 2019

RT @sean_lillis1: A hurricane is hitting the gulf coast. All major news networks are focused on a power outage in NY that was fixed after t…

@MikeLewis907 | 06:56 PM - 14 Jul 2019

Tropical Storm Barry dumped rain as it slowly swept inland through Gulf Coast states Sunday, appearing to spare New… https://t.co/avnyJdGRZC

@KCRG | 01:11 PM - 14 Jul 2019

RT @sean_lillis1: A hurricane is hitting the gulf coast. All major news networks are focused on a power outage in NY that was fixed after t…

@chrisdemerais5 | 11:52 AM - 14 Jul 2019

RT @sean_lillis1: A hurricane is hitting the gulf coast. All major news networks are focused on a power outage in NY that was fixed after t…

@pi3head | 05:06 AM - 14 Jul 2019

@JoyceWhiteVance What caused power outage?

@wolfpaw9 | 02:18 AM - 14 Jul 2019

RT @sean_lillis1: A hurricane is hitting the gulf coast. All major news networks are focused on a power outage in NY that was fixed after t…

@micah_tee | 09:43 PM - 13 Jul 2019

RT @sean_lillis1: A hurricane is hitting the gulf coast. All major news networks are focused on a power outage in NY that was fixed after t…

@Shinar_Squirrel | 09:34 PM - 13 Jul 2019

A hurricane is hitting the gulf coast. All major news networks are focused on a power outage in NY that was fixed a… https://t.co/KGAKZecxi1

@sean_lillis1 | 09:29 PM - 13 Jul 2019

de Blasio is heading back to NYC amid power outage Was scheduled to speak tomorrow in Cedar Rapids at Progress Io… https://t.co/vKSEr2N9Z7

@AndrewCraft | 07:13 PM - 13 Jul 2019

RT @KCRG: Power reportedly went out early Saturday evening at much of Rockefeller Center and reached the Upper West Side. https://t.co/fEid…

@KiaLeigh_Kae | 07:11 PM - 13 Jul 2019

Power reportedly went out early Saturday evening at much of Rockefeller Center and reached the Upper West Side. https://t.co/fEidC7B5e5

@KCRG | 07:10 PM - 13 Jul 2019

A transformer fire knocked out power to 30 blocks in New York City tonight, including in Times Square https://t.co/YCkO7MPdiR

@cbs2iowa | 07:08 PM - 13 Jul 2019

RT @NStewCBS2: MAX WIND GUSTS: Almost all of Siouxland had gusts higher than 50mph overnight and early this morning. Storm Lake takes the t…

@SiouxlandNews | 01:13 PM - 11 Apr 2019

MAX WIND GUSTS: Almost all of Siouxland had gusts higher than 50mph overnight and early this morning. Storm Lake ta… https://t.co/8ZwD81dCgZ

@NStewCBS2 | 01:12 PM - 11 Apr 2019

JUST IN: H-L-V Schools are dismissing at 11:15 a.m. due to a power outage.

@cbs2iowa | 08:36 AM - 11 Apr 2019

I just want to thank God for this power outage because I sure as hell didn’t study https://t.co/GLwg1rrkPu

@thesarahmunoz | 06:53 AM - 11 Apr 2019

RT @JeneeRyanCBS2: A small @alliantenergy power outage in @CityofCRiowa and Marion right now. 67 customers are without power. We aren’t sur…

@fox28Iowa | 03:44 AM - 11 Apr 2019

RT @JeneeRyanCBS2: A small @alliantenergy power outage in @CityofCRiowa and Marion right now. 67 customers are without power. We aren’t sur…

@cbs2iowa | 03:44 AM - 11 Apr 2019

A small @alliantenergy power outage in @CityofCRiowa and Marion right now. 67 customers are without power. We aren’… https://t.co/Je7mlPe0LM

@JeneeRyanCBS2 | 03:41 AM - 11 Apr 2019

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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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