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More than 150,000 AT&T customers lose service - Brainerd Dispatch | News, weather, sports from Brainerd and Baxter
Outages started being reported across Minnesota as early as 7:50 a.m. Tuesday morning.
Cleanup continues after high winds in Monday storms - Brainerd Dispatch | News, weather, sports from Brainerd and Baxter
Capping off an absolute scorcher of a day in Minnesota, a severe thunderstorm packing powerful winds and torrential rain Monday, June 20, led to widespread tree and property damage while knocking out power to thousands in the Brainerd lakes area.
Brainerd lakes area hit with multiple storms Monday - Brainerd Dispatch | News, weather, sports from Brainerd and Baxter
As of Tuesday evening, area emergency personnel reported no injuries as a result of the storms.
Power outages persist after destructive derecho causes widespread damage - Brainerd Dispatch | News, weather, sports from Brainerd and Baxter
The majority of customers should be restored by Saturday night, said Amy Rutledge, manager of corporate communications for the power company, but some may not be restored until Sunday.
Severe weather in lakes area downs trees, takes out power - Brainerd Dispatch | News, weather, sports from Brainerd and Baxter
It was the first line of severe weather to move in Thursday night, expected to be followed by more stormy skies throughout the night into Friday morning. As the storm front made its way into the area, a 911 caller reported a tornado east of Pillager and a funnel cloud was reported near Nisswa.
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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 Ripley, Minnesota
| City | Fort Ripley |
| County | Crow Wing |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 56449 |