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Law enforcement reported trees and power lines downed by thunderstorm winds.
Law enforcement reported trees and power lines down.
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Thousands of NJ residents lose power in Hunterdon, Somerset
Another 2,500 customers are out in Somerset County.
Central Maine Power crews restore electricity before storm ends | newscentermaine.com
Wind and rain toppled trees onto power lines, causing outages for 69,578 customers at the peak
Squirrel leaves thousands without power in Bangor
About 7,500 Versant Power customers in the city were without power because a squirrel sabotaged electrical equipment.
Why squirrels cause so many power outages
Squirrel-related power disruptions, like in Bangor on Sunday, are not unusual this time of year, and there are likely more to come.
Full power restoration at Franklin Towers expected by Tuesday | newscentermaine.com
Floors 7-16 of the building have been without full power for three weeks after Portland Housing Authority officials said the apartment was struck by lightning
Extreme weather drives more major power outages in Maine
Large-scale power outages are becoming more common across the country and in Maine.
Squirrels: How often do they cause power outages? | KOIN.com Open Navigation Close Navigation
More than 10,000 Virginians lost power Wednesday in Virginia Beach after a squirrel got into a substation.
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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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Portland, New York
| City | Portland |
| County | Chautauqua |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 14769 |
Neighbor’s power came back. My power came back for a split second then went out again after a big bang!
Neighbor’s power came back. My power came back for a split second then went out again after a big bang!
Neighbors have lost power, Heard a BIG BANG!
Neighbors have lost power, Heard a BIG BANG!
Neighbors have lost power, Heard a BIG BANG!