Did you lose power?
How to Report Power Outage
Power outage in Idlewild, Michigan? Contact your local utility company.
Idlewild Power Outages Caused by Weather
Events
News
Exploring the future and past of Idlewild, 'Michigan's Black Eden' | wzzm13.com
Idlewild was once a paradise for middle class Black Americans during segregation, before being mostly abandoned. Now, it’s a community on the rebound.
User Comments…
Are you affected? Leave your comment below.
Related Tweets
Tweets from Idlewild, Michigan
@TrafficSA Protest relating to power outage... Since Sunday no electricity for those residence
@CityPowerJhb Good evening Team. There is a power outage in the benrose area.
TCU was already experiencing power outages but we’re still forced to get on Zoom class? Okay.
If this power outage was a drill for the apocalypse, we all gon die!
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.
Related Cities
Report power outage in other Michigan cities.
Idlewild, Michigan
| City | Idlewild |
| County | Lake |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 49642 |
Winds estimated at 60 to 70 mph blew down 50 to 60 trees, some of which blocked area roads. Three quarters of Lake county was reported to be without power after the storms.