Power Outage in Sheldon, ND

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Power outage in Sheldon, North Dakota? Contact your local utility company.

Otter Tail Power Company
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(800) 257-4044
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Cass County Electric Cooperative
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(701) 356-4499
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Dakota Valley Elec Coop Inc
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(800) 342-4671
Western Area Power Administration
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(720) 962-7000

Sheldon Power Outages Caused by Weather

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July 15, 2007 - Tornado

The tornado cut a large gap in mature hardwood trees near the Sheyenne River and snapped several wooden power poles. Several sections of a large irrigation system were also tipped over. Peak winds were estimated at 115 mph. Some crops were damaged in Owego Township.

Sheldon - Mc Leod
July 15, 2007 - Tornado

This tornado began in Cass County at 625 pm CST. The tornado yanked one aluminum high voltage power tower out of its steel footings and toppled several others. It also snapped several wooden power poles at multiple road crossings across its path. Peak winds were estimated at 105 mph.

Sheldon - Sheldon

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There are multiple power outages in multiple Siouxland communities as storms roll through the area.

May 12, 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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Sheldon, North Dakota

City Sheldon
County Ransom
State North Dakota (ND)
Country United States
Zip Codes 58068

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