Power Outage in Fort Kent, ME

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Eastern Maine Electric Coop
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Houlton Water Company
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News

A Second Person is Dead After a Levant House Fire, Victims ID'd

Fire officials say a second person has died as the result of a house fire in Levant on Monday morning.

Nov 3, 2022

Lexington man dies in Sept. 20 crash that caused power outage

A 76-year-old Lexington man was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Sanilac County on Sept. 30 when his 2008 Lincoln MKX left the road and hit a power pole due to a medical issue.

Oct 3, 2022

Versant Power : preparing for strong winds | MarketScreener

Versant Power preparing for strong winds Release Date: 09-22-2022 ... | November 23, 2022

Sep 22, 2022

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3:50 p.m. Versant Power says after a fault on a transmission line interrupted service to more than 9,000 customers in northern Maine, Versant Power crews have restored power in Fort Kent, Frenchville and nearby communities.

Jul 23, 2022

Storms knock out power in SW Huron County

Outages also reported in northern Tuscola County and eastern Bay County.

Jun 16, 2022

Section of Main Street in Presque Isle Closed After Bus Hits Pole loading...

A section of Main Street in Presque Isle was closed off to traffic Thursday morning after a bus hit a utility pole, snapping it in half and pulling power lines down onto the road.

Mar 31, 2022

The show must go on — even with a power outage - Fiddlehead Focus

Despite facing power outages, the Fort Kent Drama Club opened its show to the community Thursday and was met with the crowd chanting “Cudas” during the curtain call. 

Mar 11, 2022

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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.

Fort Kent, Maine

City Fort Kent
County Aroostook
State Maine (ME)
Country United States
Zip Codes 04743

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