Power Outage in Ida Grove, IA

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MidAmerican Energy Company
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(888) 427-5632 Report Online
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North West Rural Electric Coop
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(800) 766-2099
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Iowa Lakes Electric Coop
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(800) 225-4532
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Western Iowa Power Coop
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(515) 276-5350
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Woodbury County Rural E C A
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(800) 469-3125
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Ida Grove Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

June 16, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

Several power lines and tree branches were reported down across the city.

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November 9, 2020 - Ice Storm

Freezing rain during the overnight and morning hours produced an ice accumulation of around a half inch on mainly elevated surfaces, including powerlines. Brief power outages were reported. Light snowfall in the afternoon accumulated to 1.2 inches 5 miles north northwest of Holstein.

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March 16, 2018 - Winter Weather

Hazardous travel conditions producing several minor accidents resulted from a period of light freezing rain which brought ice accumulations up to two tenths of an inch. Light snowfall followed with less than an inch accumulation. Several power outages were reported around the Sioux City metro area.

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January 16, 2017 - Ice Storm

Freezing rain of over a quarter inch caused icy roads, and accumulated on trees, power lines, and other surfaces. Holstein reported 0.41 inch of rain during a time when temperatures were at or below freezing. Law enforcement agencies reported a few vehicles accidents on the ice, but no known injuries, with traffic being light because of the holiday, business closings, and activity cancellations. Light winds limited damage to trees and power lines, with only small branches breaking off.

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February 19, 2016 - High Wind

Westerly winds behind a cold front reach sustained speed of 40 to 45 mph for a few hours. The high winds caused spotty power line and traffic light damage.

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Episodes

July 14, 2010

A thunderstorm produced winds which blew down a power pole near Battle Creek in the late afternoon of July 14th.

News

UPDATE: Ida Grove boil advisory lifted | KMEG

UPDATE 12-17 8:15 AM: The boil advisory in Ida Grove, Iowa has been lifted. PREVIOUS STORY: The Ida Grove Water Supply is recommending boiling the water before using it for drinking or using an alternative source. The Ida Grove Water Supply had a power outage due to storms on December 15, 2021, and was unable to disinfect the water supply for a period of time.

Dec 16, 2021

Iowa declares disasters in 49 counties in wake of storms, tornadoes

There were 118 severe thunderstorm and 71 tornado warnings across Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Wisconsin, Illinois and Iowa Wednesday night.

Dec 15, 2021

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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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Ida Grove, Iowa

City Ida Grove
County Ida
State Iowa (IA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 51445

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