Power Outage in Avon, SD
Last report: May 13, 2022
Here's How to Report Power Outage in Avon
To report a power outage in Avon, South Dakota, located in Bon Homme County, please contact your local utility company using the following methods:
NorthWestern Energy
Southeastern Electric Cooperative Inc
Bon Homme Yankton El Assn, Inc
Charles Mix Electric Assn, Inc
Western Area Power Administration
Contacts listed above can be used to report power outages in the following ZIP codes: 57315.
Recent Weather Related Causes of Power Outages in Bon Homme County
Blizzard. Blizzard conditions led to a shutdown of government offices and schools, and travel was not recommended due to the widespread whiteout conditions. Storm-total snowfall from 8 to 15 inches occurred, with 10.5 inches at Tyndall. With winds gusting at times over 50 mph, many areas had snow drifts of several feet, making roads impassable. Ice accumulation of one to two tenths of an inch occurred, resulting in spotty power outages as wind increased.
April 11, 2019
High Wind. High winds from a westerly direction followed a low pressure system which had brought Christmas Day rain and thunderstorms. There were reports of power lines and branches down with resulting power outages, and traffic lights damaged. Sustained winds over 40 mph and gusts over 55 mph were estimated by law enforcement.
December 25, 2016
High Wind. Westerly winds behind a cold front reach sustained speed of 40 to 45 mph for a few hours. The high winds caused spotty power line and traffic light damage.
February 19, 2016
Ice Storm. Freezing rain and sleet produced a quarter to a half inch of glaze, topped by similar sleet accumulations. Travel and walking surfaces were made very icy, and the ice accumulations caused an unknown amount of damage to trees and power lines.
February 20, 2011
Thunderstorm Wind. Thunderstorm winds caused tree damage, including large trees blown down. The winds also blew down power lines, damaged several small sheds, and tore shingles off roofs.
August 08, 2010