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At Franklin Towers, power outage puts spotlight on tenant concerns - Portland Press Herald
Portland's public housing complex is over half a century old. It needs a lot more care than it gets, some residents say.
Windy spring storm knocks out power to thousands in Maine - Portland Press Herald
The storm brought gusts of over 50 mph, which toppled trees and brought down power lines, leading to about 50,000 outages statewide Tuesday.
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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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West Kennebunk, Maine
City | West Kennebunk |
County | York |
State | Maine (ME) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 04094 |
A severe thunderstorm downed numerous trees and power lines just north of Kennebunk.