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Wasilla Power Outages Caused by Weather
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A lightning strike near Houston, AK knocked out power for more than 28,000 people. |The lightning strike at 5:42 p.m. affected the Intertie between Anchorage and Fairbanks, knocking out power from Willow to as far as North Pole and Salcha. According to Golden Valley Electric Association, strike knocked out 11 substations. |Power was restored to most people by 6:08 p.m., except some in the Cantwell area because of breaker problems in the Healy substation. Power was restored in Cantwell by 11:00 PM.
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High winds brought power outages to South Anchorage and Hillside Saturday Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Power outage in the area of Omalley and Huffman Saturday morning.
Strong winds hit Southcentral Alaska, lead to power outages Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Chugach Electric Association reported just over 2,800 people were without power at 11 a.m., a number that grew to just over 4,000 around noon.
Thunderstorms knock out power for many Kenai Peninsula residents Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
The Homer Electric Association said that thunderstorms and heavy rains were to blame for the outages, and that line crews were dispatched to bring power back.
Power restored after widespread outage hits Anchorage residents Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Over 10,000 customers of Chugach Electric Association were without power Wednesday evening. Power has now been restored.
New transmission line for Little Susitna River corridor raises trespass and salmon concerns Facebook Icon Twitter Icon Instagram Icon YouTube icon Pinterest
The proposed 20-mile Matanuska Electric Association line is sparking pushback from residents who say the line should go in a more developed area.
Strong winds cause damage, outages across Anchorage Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
This warm weather comes after an already historic month of rain and snow records. There were strong wind gusts Monday night knocking down trees and leaving homes without power.
The lessons Alaska’s holiday storms can teach us Facebook Icon Twitter Icon Instagram Icon YouTube icon Pinterest
Up here at the end of the road, none of us are as resilient on our own as we are when we all pitch in.
As some in wind-blasted Mat-Su finally get power, others continue to contend with bursting pipes and frigid cold Facebook Icon Twitter Icon Instagram Icon YouTube icon Pinterest
Borough first responders are being called to homes for situations involving improper use of generators and indoor use of propane and gas stoves for heating. At least a dozen people with carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms have gone to the hospital.
Fierce Windstorms Batter Alaska as Thousands Lose Power - The New York Times
Tens of thousands of people lost electricity this week, while the wind chill dipped to 35 degrees below zero.
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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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Wasilla, Alaska
| City | Wasilla |
| County | Matanuska-Susitna |
| State | Alaska (AK) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 99623, 99629, 99654, 99687 |
411 W ROY RD, POWER OFF SINCE 1/3
Power out two days at 2660 perin dr. Wasilla
2200 W Mystery Dr since 11 pm last night.
Power outage on N. Patsy St, Wasilla.
Palmer Wasilla Highway and Seward Meridian, power out since 200PM 1/2/22