Power Outage in Mahnomen, MN

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Power outage in Mahnomen, Minnesota? Contact your local utility company.

Otter Tail Power Company
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(800) 257-4044
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Wild Rice Electric Cooperative Inc
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(800) 244-5709
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Clearwater-Polk Elec Coop Inc
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(877) 881-7673

Mahnomen Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

June 21, 2017 - Thunderstorm Wind

A couple of trees were split and broken down across power lines, resulting in local power outages.

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July 23, 2015 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trees and power lines were blown down.

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July 11, 2008 - Tornado

This tornado tracked to the north-northeast for about 16 miles and lifted about 3 miles south-southwest of Lengby, or near Sugar Bowl Lake. Numerous trees and power poles were snapped along the path. Farm sheds were blown down and hay wagons flipped. The damage path was around 250 yards wide where it crossed county road 122 about 2 miles east of Beaulieu. Peak winds were estimated at 115 mph.

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June 21, 2003 - Thunderstorm Wind

Large branches were blown down and power outages were reported.

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August 5, 2001 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trees and powerlines were blown down.

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News

Blizzard, winter storm warnings in northern Minn.; metro thunderstorm chance | MPR News MPR News Play Twitter Facebook Mail Heart

We have an update on the blizzard warning in northwestern Minnesota and the winter storm warnings and ice storm warnings elsewhere in northern Minnesota. The metro area and southeastern Minnesota could see a thunderstorm.

Nov 10, 2022

Election Day showers increase into evening; winter storm watches up north | MPR News MPR News Twitter Facebook Mail Heart

A foot of snow and blizzard conditions are possible in the Red River Valley later this week.

Nov 8, 2022

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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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Mahnomen, Minnesota

City Mahnomen
County Mahnomen
State Minnesota (MN)
Country United States
Zip Codes 56557

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