Power Outage in Pontiac, MI

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Pontiac Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

May 29, 2011 - Thunderstorm Wind

A few trees were reported blown down, which took down power lines.

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News

Bay Area consumers urged to conserve power usage to avoid outages during record-breaking heat wave | KALW

Amid record-breaking heat in the Bay Area, many residents are also experienced power outages.

Sep 6, 2022

Monroe teen electrocuted; 375,000+ without power after storms

A 14-year-old girl died in Monroe Monday after coming in contact with a live power line. Dozens of schools, without power, cancel classes.

Aug 29, 2022

Severe weather possible for portions of Michigan

The National Weather Service is forecasting potentially severe weather for portions of Michigan Aug. 29, 2022.

Aug 29, 2022

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i have a husband in bad health and two small children and i need the electric on please

rachal weber | August 11, 2020  

When will power be back?

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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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Pontiac, Michigan

City Pontiac
County Oakland
State Michigan (MI)
Country United States
Zip Codes 48340, 48341, 48342, 48343

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