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In addition to a wind gust of 49 mph at the Chetek regional airport at 9:55 PM LST, there were numerous reports of downed large trees and power lines. Cumberland regional airport had a wind gust of 51 mph at 8:50 PM LST.
Several reports of trees and power lines blown down in the city of Rice Lake, Wisconsin.
Pine trees and power poles downed near Rice Lake.
Trees were downed along a seven mile swath into Rice Lake. A few trees were downed along 14th Street, with two blocking the road. Another tree was felled near 23rd Avenue and 13th Street, with another one blocking the southbound lane of 18th Street. Six to eight inch diameter tree felled in Rice Lake. Most of the northern portion of Rice Lake without power for several hours due to downed power lines. A storm spotter measured 60 mph at his residence in Rice Lake.
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A complex of thunderstorms that developed across the Northern Plains Wednesday evening, quickly moved across Minnesota, and into west central Wisconsin during the morning of Thursday, September 4th. Several reports of downed trees and power lines from Rice Lake to Ladysmith occurred as these storms moved through.
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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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Rice Lake, Wisconsin
| City | Rice Lake |
| County | Barron |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 54868 |
Several power lines were blown down, and a 12 inch diameter pine tree was snapped.