Power Outage in Winthrop, MN

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How to Report Power Outage

Power outage in Winthrop, Minnesota? Contact your local utility company.

City of Winthrop, MN
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(507) 647-5306
McLeod Coop Power
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(800) 927-5685
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Xcel Energy
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(800) 895-1999 Report Online
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MVEC
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(800) 232-2328
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BENCO Electric Cooperative
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(507) 387-7963
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Winthrop Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

June 4, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

Power lines were blown down northeast of Winthrop.

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June 19, 2014 - Thunderstorm Wind

Power outages occurred in the city of Winthrop due to strong winds bringing down large branches across power lines.

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News

Line cuts knock out internet services | Local News | republicaneagle.com

Late on Wednesday and into early Thursday morning, HBC customers across southeast Minnesota experienced a service outage.

Oct 21, 2022

Sussex County and Morris County power outage after I-80 accident

80,000 customers were knocked out before crews started re-routing power to substations in Morris and Sussex counties.

Aug 9, 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.

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Winthrop, Minnesota

City Winthrop
County Sibley
State Minnesota (MN)
Country United States
Zip Codes 55396

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