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Wildfire updates: EWEB restores power, evacuation levels reduced
Follow our live coverage as expected east winds Friday and Saturday bring preparations and heightened wildfire concerns to Oregon.
Sep 9, 2022
Pamplin Media Group - Power could be cut in Portland area because of fire risks
Power could be cut in Portland area because of fire risks, Local News, Portland local News, Breaking News alerts for Portland city.
Sep 8, 2022
Power may be cut to 42,000 Oregon homes due to extreme wildfire danger
Oregon's largest utilities are considering shutting down power due to extreme east wind forecast similar to the 2020 Labor Day Fires conditions.
Sep 8, 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.
Umpqua, Oregon
| City | Umpqua |
| County | Douglas |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 97486 |