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Heavy rains caused flash flooding in Fairview in Franklin County. Several residents of Fairview reported flooding in their homes with 128 homes also without power for 3 to 4 hours. Power was restored at 7:30 pm MDT.
Three highway signs knocked down along with several power lines. Scattered power outages created.
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Planned Power Outages in Grangeville, Elk City Expected to Affect Approximately 390 Avista Customers | Idaho | bigcountrynewsconnection.com
GRANGEVILLE - On Friday, October 7 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., approximately 390 Avista customers in Grangeville and Elk City will experience a planned power outage,
UPDATE: Power has been restored to Idaho Power customers in Pocatello | Local News | kpvi.com
Over 1,000 Idaho Power customers and dozens of businesses along Yellowstone Avenue in Pocatello are without power.
Planned Power Outage on April 5 to Affect Avista Customers in East Lewiston | Idaho | bigcountrynewsconnection.com
LEWISTON - On Tuesday, April 5 between the hours of 4:00 - 7:00 a.m., some Avista Utilities customers in the Lewiston area will experience a planned power outage.
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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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Preston, Idaho
| City | Preston |
| County | Franklin |
| State | Idaho (ID) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 83263 |
Heavy rains caused flash flooding in Fairview in Franklin County. Several residents of Fairview reported flooding in their homes with 128 homes also without power for 3 to 4 hours. Power was restored at 7:30 pm MDT.