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UPDATE | Jefferson County rebounds from massive power outage | Port Townsend Leader
Whipping winds reaching up to 75 mph breezed through Western Washington, leaving 19,000 Jefferson County residents without power for extended periods of time over the weekend. Some homes and …
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Avista Utilities to conduct several planned power outages – The Daily Evergreen
Avista Utilities recently announced it will turn off power in certain areas of Eastern Washington between 1 and 8 p.m. until July 2 to relieve electrical systems and prevent other prolonged outages because of recent heatwaves Scheduled outages should last no longer than an hour. Some residents may experience more than one outage in a...
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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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Palouse, Washington
City | Palouse |
County | Whitman |
State | Washington (WA) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 99161 |