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Fiber cut along North Shore exposes vulnerabilities in tech-dependent world | MPR News MPR News Play Twitter Facebook Mail Heart
A cut fiber optic line last week shut down all internet and cell phone service along the North Shore of Lake Superior for up to six hours, exposing vulnerabilities in the system that provides high-speed communications to northeastern Minnesota.
Cook County's small town character shines through during an unexpected fiber outage | WTIP
Program helps educators accurately teach Native American content in classrooms | MPR News Search Play Twitter Facebook Mail Heart
Most Minnesota K-12 educators say they lack access to resources they need to accurately teach lessons which include Native American content. But one teacher training program is trying to change that.
Major spring storm set to soak Twin Cities, drop heavy snow up north | MPR News MPR News Twitter Facebook Mail Heart
A very wet spring storm will bring significant rainfall to central and southern Minnesota through Tuesday. Ice and heavy wet snow will fall across northern Minnesota. Travel will be difficult up north.
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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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Grand Portage, Minnesota
| City | Grand Portage |
| County | Cook |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 55605 |