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Shoshone Power Outages Caused by Weather
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Multiple power poles down south of Shoshone along US Route 93.
Multiple trees were reported downed in Shoshone due to thunderstorm winds. A roof was also ripped off of a barn. Some power lines were downed and 100 people lost power in the city.
Multiple trees downed in Shoshone with power outages reported. 5000 dollars worth of damage reported from tree limbs falling onto a house.
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Sixty-one mph winds were measured in Richfield. Several trees were downed in Shoshone and Dietrich. Power outages reported in Shoshone.
Branches breaking off trees and power outages reported.
Power lines downed on cars in Shoshone.
Tree blown down on top of car and power lines blown down.
News
Idaho Power faces $1 million fine after reporting violation | ktvb.com
Idaho Power said it self-reported because it wanted to be proactive in protecting the environment
2021 huffs and puffs | Shoshone News-Press
Shoshone County declares State of Emergency following wind storm
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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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Shoshone, Idaho
| City | Shoshone |
| County | Lincoln |
| State | Idaho (ID) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 83352 |
Four power poles snapped in half between N Apple St and N Birch St. Large tree downed at W 4th St and N Cherry St. An outside ice storage bin flipped over and reports of multiple trees downed.