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Winter storm causes power outages in Flathead Valley | Daily Inter Lake
Northwest Montana’s first significant winter storm of the season delivered slick roads, widespread power outages and school closures Wednesday morning.
Great Falls Boulevard District residents reminded of leaf pile pickup guidelines, pick up dates announced | ABC Fox Great Falls | montanarightnow.com
UPDATE (Nov 1) - The City of Great Falls Leaf Pickup Program in the Boulevard District begins Wednesday, November 2 through Tuesday, November 18.
Power outages and downed trees reported in Billings after Sunday evening storm | News | montanarightnow.com
BILLINGS, Mont. - Hundreds lost power after the storm Sunday evening in Billings. In addition, city residents reported flooding, hail and downed trees.
A crash north of Kalispell caused an outage for over 2,000 early Thursday morning | ABC Fox Kalispell | montanarightnow.com
WHITEFISH, Mont. - A driver is walking away uninjured from an accident that knocked out power for over 2,000 people north of Kalispell early Thursday morning.
Hit-and-run causes outage for over 1,700 in Kalispell area | ABC Fox Kalispell | montanarightnow.com
KALISPELL, Mont. - A high-voltage Padmount switch was hit in Kalispell Saturday night, causing a power outage to many in the area.
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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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Fortine, Montana
| City | Fortine |
| County | Lincoln |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 59918 |