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Most power outages in Goodhue County resolved - Post Bulletin | Rochester Minnesota news, weather, sports
An estimated 1,400 customers in Goodhue County experienced a power outage Monday morning.
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U.S. power companies are facing supply crunches that may hamper their ability to keep the lights on as the nation heads into the heat of summer and the peak hurricane season.
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Minnesota's usually-reliable power grid is at risk as we head into the summer season, putting our region at a high risk of energy emergencies.
Sauk Rapids Middle School Releases Early Due To Power Outage
Students at Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School will be sent home early Thursday.
Bow echo hammers Minnesota. More than 75,000 without power at storm's peak. | MPR News MPR News Twitter Facebook Mail Heart
Severe storms delivered as expected.
Faribault Fire Chief Says Burning Barrels are Illegal loading... loading...
Dustin Dienst, Faribault Fire Chief, told KDHL AM Minnesota listeners today firefighters were called to battle a grass fire Saturday caused by someone burning.
UPDATE: Power restored to Wild Rice Electric customers Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Temperatures in that area on Tuesday morning were around -20, making it an uncomfortable morning to be without heat.
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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.
Rice, Minnesota
| City | Rice |
| County | Benton |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 56367 |
Power off and on since sometime after midnight. Have a generator that runs when power is off.