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UPDATE: 9-1-1 landline services returning to western North Dakota Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
A fiber-optic line north of Bismarck was damaged Thursday and is causing issues with LANDLINE 9-1-1 calls in the Western portion of the state.
The power is out, but the farm keeps going in Max Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
The broken poles have cut off the Samson’s farm from power, and for a time, even rural water.
Verendrye works to restore electricity to hundreds | News, Sports, Jobs - Minot Daily News
Verendrye Electric Cooperative was continuing to work to restore another 500 meters that remained without power late Monday afternoon. Some could remain without
Power outage potential across North Dakota with winter weather Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
An MDU spokesperson said to make sure your gas meter and furnace vent are clear of snow and ice.
Xcel Energy ramping up staffing ahead of snowstorm Open Navigation Close Navigation
The heavy snow and wind could cause power outages across the state, so hundreds of Xcel employees from North Dakota and Minnesota will be on standby just in case, according to a press release.
911 outage fixed across Western North Dakota | KX NEWS Open Navigation Close Navigation
2/22/22, 6:07 p.m. The 911 connectivity issue has been fixed, according to the North Dakota Department of Emergency Services. State Radio dispatchers are able to connect via wireless and landline phones again, according to a Facebook post. But if you continue to have difficulties connecting, call their administrative line at 701-328-9921. 2/22/22, 10:09 a.m. 911 […]
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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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Velva, North Dakota
| City | Velva |
| County | McHenry |
| State | North Dakota (ND) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 58790 |
A strong spring storm system brought around two inches of wet snow to far southern McHenry County. The combination of strong winds and the wet snow resulted in damages to electrical utilities, causing power outages to portions of the county. Preliminary damage assessments estimated there was around fifty thousand dollars in damage from this storm for McHenry County.