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News
Cut fiber line causes service outage | Ouray County Plaindealer
A CenturyLink fiber line was cut during construction at the firehouse project in Ridgway Thursday, causing an outage in Ridgway, Log Hill and other parts of the county.
Sep 9, 2022
Cell phone service disrupted by cut fiber line | Ouray County Plaindealer
Interruptions to cell service and internet have affected Ouray County residents today, after damage to a CenturyLink fiber line interrupted servi
Jan 25, 2022
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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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Ridgway, Colorado
| City | Ridgway |
| County | Ouray |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 81432 |