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Trouble brewing in the power grid as officials warn of possible electricity shortages in N.E. this winter - The Boston Globe email Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments
Russia’s war with Ukraine has destabilized energy markets, particularly supplies of liquefied natural gas.
Mass. EBT system back online following outage, officials say - The Boston Globe email Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments
The system was back online Sunday evening, a Department of Transitional Assistance spokesperson said in an e-mail at about 6:15 p.m.
Power Outage Planned For Parts Of Waltham Friday | Waltham, MA Patch
Power Outage Planned For Parts Of Waltham Friday - Waltham, MA - The planned outage will begin at midnight and continue through approximately 8 a.m.
Brookline Village Power Outage Strikes Hundreds On Steamy Afternoon | Brookline, MA Patch
Brookline Village Power Outage Strikes Hundreds On Steamy Afternoon - Brookline, MA - Nearly 500 Brookline residents were without power during parts of Friday.
Downed Electric Lines Spark Natick Brush Fire | Natick, MA Patch
Downed Electric Lines Spark Natick Brush Fire - Natick, MA - A small power outage accompanied the fire near Boden Lane on Wednesday.
Amid possible blackouts, Illinois lawmakers call for scrapping 'Green New Deal' | Illinois | thecentersquare.com
(The Center Square) – In the wake of an alert warning of possible rolling blackouts this summer, some Illinois lawmakers want to revise the state’s energy policies.
Worker injured, customers in dark after Newton substation fire
An electrical incident in Newton, Massachusetts, Monday has injured a worker and left traffic lights, homes in the dark.
Winter storm to pummel Massachusetts, damaging winds could spark power outages
A powerful winter storm is set to blast the Bay State on Monday, dumping several inches of snow on parts of the state and knocking out power for other regions where wind gusts will be whipping up to 70 mph.
‘If you need to go out, be careful’: After nor’easter blasts coast, thousands may wait days for electricity - The Boston Globe email Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments
More than 332,000 customers in Massachusetts were without power early Thursday morning, mostly south of Boston. Officials said it may be days before power is fully restored. Roads and schools were closed, and hundreds of trees and limbs were down after the strong storm.
Hundreds of thousands of power outages remain on chilly night - The Boston Globe email Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments Email to a Friend Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Article View Comments
More than 180,000 Massachusetts electric customers, mostly on the South Shore and Cape Cod, were still without power Thursday evening, heading into a chilly night, as restoration efforts continued after Wednesday’s nasty nor’easter.
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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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Newton Center, Massachusetts
| City | Newton Center |
| County | Middlesex |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 02459 |