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Researchers are looking at whether electric vehicles could work in a place like Bethel
“So your iPhone doesn't try to keep its battery warm, but most electric vehicles do. So they're operating very, very well, even to negative 40 Fahrenheit,” said researcher Michelle Wilber.
Kwethluk is installing wind turbines that will power half the community
“We’re getting everything ready for the next generation,” said George Guy, general manager of Kwethluk Inc., which manages the community’s electrical utility. “And by the time we're gone, they'll have a well established infrastructure to keep the lights on in the 21st century.”
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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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Kwethluk, Alaska
| City | Kwethluk |
| County | Bethel |
| State | Alaska (AK) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 99621 |