Power Outage in Parkston, SD

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Xcel Energy
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Xcel Energy
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NorthWestern Energy
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Southeastern Electric Cooperative Inc
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Rita Blanca Electric Coop, Inc
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Parkston Power Outages Caused by Weather

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October 22, 2020 - Winter Weather

Light freezing drizzle started prior to sunrise and continued through the morning. Ice accumulation on elevated surfaces reached upward of one tenth of an inch, with lesser ice also accumulating on roads and bridges which produced dangerous conditions for several hours. Brief power outages occurred during the early morning hours.

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April 11, 2019 - Blizzard

Blizzard conditions led to a shutdown of government offices and schools, and travel was not recommended due to the widespread whiteout conditions. Storm-total snowfall from 8 to 16 inches occurred, with 14.0 inches at Parkston and 10.0 inches at Menno and 11 miles south of Emery. With winds gusting at times over 50 mph, many areas had snow drifts of several feet, making roads impassable. Ice accumulation of one to two tenths of an inch occurred, resulting in spotty power outages as wind increased. Power was lost for numerous hours for the communities and areas surrounding Freeman and Menno.

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December 25, 2016 - High Wind

High winds from a westerly direction followed a low pressure system which had brought Christmas Day rain and thunderstorms. There were several reports of power lines and branches down and resulting power outages, as well as damaged traffic lights and signs. The winds included a measured sustained winds of 40 mph and a peak gust of 56 mph measured by South Dakota State University equipment at Parkston.

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February 19, 2016 - High Wind

Westerly winds behind a cold front reach sustained speed of 40 to 50 mph for a few hours. A gust to 75 mph was measured near Parkston. The high winds caused spotty power line and traffic light damage.

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April 9, 2013 - Winter Storm

An extended period of precipitation began with freezing rain quickly producing moderate to heavy ice accumulations, ranging up to more than a quarter of an inch. The precipitation then changed to sleet and then snow, with sleet and snow accumulations reaching the 5 to 8 inch range. Numerous branches and power lines were downed by the weight of ice and accompanying wind, with much of the power line damage affecting rural electric cooperatives. Trees and tree debris blocked roads, and damaged some vehicles and homes. Several power outages were reported. The winter precipitation made travel impossible in many areas, resulting in schools and businesses being forced to close.

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December 20, 2006

Freezing rain and snow fell over part of southeast South Dakota in the western Missouri to James River area, from Gregory and Pickstown in the west to Mitchell and Freeman in the east. The precipitation fell from the evening of Wednesday December 20th through the morning hours of Thursday December 21st. Icing of a quarter inch or more broke off tree branches and power lines. Snow accumulations following the freezing rain varied from 1 or 2 inches in the eastern part of this area to as much as 7 inches in Gregory County. Travel was severely hampered. Classes for December 21st were cancelled at several schools.

News

Blown transformer at Mitchell power station causes widespread power outage, officials say issue repaired - Mitchell Republic | News, weather, sports from Mitchell South Dakota

An estimated 4,682 NorthWestern Energy customers in Mitchell and the surrounding area were affected by the blown transformer at the substation.

Jul 26, 2022

PHOTOS: Strong winds, reported tornado Thursday leaves heavy damage in eastern South Dakota - Mitchell Republic | News, weather, sports from Mitchell South Dakota

Have significant damage to report? Send us pictures and your location to [email protected] or tag us on Twitter @dailyrepublic.

May 12, 2022

Power outages impact thousands in region Open Navigation Close Navigation

According to NorthWestern Energy’s outage map, 50 to 400 people are without power in Chamberlain, Kimball, White Lake, Stickney and Mount Vernon. 

May 12, 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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Parkston, South Dakota

City Parkston
County Hutchinson
State South Dakota (SD)
Country United States
Zip Codes 57366

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