Power Outage in Madawaska, ME

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Power outage in Madawaska, Maine? Contact your local utility company.

Versant Power
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Eastern Maine Electric Coop
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(207) 454-7555
Houlton Water Company
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(207) 532-2259

Madawaska Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

May 27, 2015 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trees were toppled on power lines in Madawaska by wind gusts estimated at 60 mph.

Madawaska - Madawaska

News

Versant Power : preparing for strong winds | MarketScreener

Versant Power preparing for strong winds Release Date: 09-22-2022 ... | November 23, 2022

Sep 22, 2022

Versant Power PSA - Power Outage Alert Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

Versant crews are responding to two separate outages: A fallen tree on the line caused outages for about 1,000 customers in Orrington. Repairs are underway. Crews are en route to Madawaska to determine the cause of an outage affecting about 1,100 customers. They will work safely and as quickly as possible to make any necessary repairs until all customers are restored.

Aug 11, 2022

The show must go on — even with a power outage - Fiddlehead Focus

Despite facing power outages, the Fort Kent Drama Club opened its show to the community Thursday and was met with the crowd chanting “Cudas” during the curtain call. 

Mar 11, 2022

Fish River could get $200k to keep the lights on at new Madawaska health care center - Fiddlehead Focus

Fish River Rural Health is no stranger to power outages, but it’s hoping to keep the lights on all winter at the new Madawaska health care center thanks to a generator funded by a $200,000 federal grant. 

Oct 19, 2021

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Lights out 330 pm madawaska Maine, power stopped what happened

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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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Madawaska, Maine

City Madawaska
County Aroostook
State Maine (ME)
Country United States
Zip Codes 04756

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