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Extensive power outages remain in the wake of a second winter storm | KX NEWS Open Navigation Close Navigation
Here’s an update on power outages in the region and when utilities expect power to be restored: Montana-Dakota Utilities: About 1,800 outages are still being reported on the MDU Outage Map web page. Virtually all affected communities are in northwestern North Dakota, in communities around and including Williston, Carson, Stanley, New Salem, Sentinel Butte, Crosby […]
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Central Hudson has shared a video with the Hudson Valley to help clear up some common restoration questions.
High winds causing power outages for MDU customers | KX NEWS Open Navigation Close Navigation
11/16/21, 7:05 p.m. Another update to the MDU outage map shows power restored in Arnegard, but all of Flaxville is still out. The map added Tioga between the 200 block of 4th and 5th SE as an outage as well. 11/16/21, 3:01 p.m. An update to the MDU outage map says as of now, power […]
Montana power outages caused by droppings of roosting ravens
Power company staff solve riddle of electricity outages. Poop from thousands of ravens is the cause. Scientific paper explains cause and solution
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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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Plains, Montana
| City | Plains |
| County | Sanders |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 59859 |