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KEM Electric Coop Inc
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(800) 472-2673
Western Area Power Administration
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(720) 962-7000
Hazelton Power Outages Caused by Weather
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June 9, 2001 - Thunderstorm Wind
Major damage to homes and businesses in the Hazelton area due to high winds and fallen tree's. One 25,000-bushel grain bin, five 5,000-bushel grain bins, four stor-all-bins and a fertilizer storage bin were destroyed. The wind and hail destroyed or damaged numerous barns, pole buildings, farm homes, crops and hay land in rural areas. High winds downed power lines and overturned one car.
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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.
Hazelton, North Dakota
| City | Hazelton |
| County | Emmons |
| State | North Dakota (ND) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 58544 |
Drivers along Highway 83 witness a vehicle drive into the path of the tornado. The vehicle was thrown into the ditch injuring the driver. Other damage by the tornado includes four power lines down along highway 83. Tops of evergreen tree's snapped off. The damage was also verified by a storm chase team.