Power Outage in Petersburg, AK

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Petersburg Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

April 9, 2023 - High Wind

Reports were received that a storm blew trees onto Mitkof Highway and snapped two power poles near the Crystal Lake Hydroelectric Plant. The bulk of the damage occurred between 3 and 18 mile Mitkof Highway. around approximately 12:30 PM AKDT (11:30 AM AKST). Customers in that area were without power on Easter Sunday for more than 5 hours.

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News

2022 midterm election results: Democrats avoid "red wave" as vote count continues

The battle for the Senate is coming down to a handful of unresolved races, as Georgia's contest heads to a runoff.

Nov 10, 2022

Petersburg landslide takes down power, phone, internet lines - Alaska Public Media

A landslide about five miles south of Petersburg caused a power outage Monday, with phone lines and internet also down in parts of town.

Nov 1, 2022

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Ty | September 23, 2021  

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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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Petersburg, Alaska

City Petersburg
County Petersburg Borough
State Alaska (AK)
Country United States
Zip Codes 99833

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