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Numerous reports of downed trees and power lines from the eastern part of Granite Falls, eastward along Highway 212 to Sacred Heart. However, the damage became more sporadic eastward toward Sacred Heart.
A large farm north of Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, received significant damage to their grain bins. Also, several large branches were blown down, with six power poles damaged near the area.
There were numerous power lines that were damaged, 3 were snapped, and several large tree limbs, up to 10 inches in diameter, were blown down from near Olivia, to Hector.
Severe straight line winds cause a power outage in town.
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Severe thunderstorms knocked out power to more than 60,000 overnight | MPR News MPR News Twitter Facebook Mail Heart
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Major severe weather, including possible tornados, hit west central and southern Minnesota over weekend - West Central Tribune | News, weather, sports from Willmar Minnesota
The severe weather that had been expected to hit west central Minnesota over the holiday weekend did materialize. There were reports of a tornado near Appleton and Milan late afternoon Monday, as well as high winds, hail and rain throughout the area. Power outages, trees down and damage to structures were reported.
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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.
Olivia, Minnesota
| City | Olivia |
| County | Renville |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 56277 |
Numerous trees and power lines were blown down between Renville and Olivia. Some trees fell on cars, houses, and sheds.