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weather1 year ago•6 min saved

"Northeast Power Outages Persist as Winter Storm Hits Hard"

Utility crews are working to restore power to over 92,000 customers in New Hampshire following a nor'easter that caused heavy, wet snow and gusty winds. Many residents, including those in Nottingham, have been without power for over 24 hours, prompting some to rely on generators. Downed power lines and fallen trees have caused road closures and damage, with some residents facing challenges in obtaining fuel for their generators. Officials urge caution with generator use and warn of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning.

via WMUR Manchester|

#generators #new-hampshire #noreaster

energy2 years ago•2 min saved

Ameren's Response Leaves Powerless Residents Frustrated

Residents in St. Louis neighborhoods are frustrated with Ameren's response to power outages caused by a recent storm, with some still without electricity three days later. Many residents have resorted to using generators to provide electricity, but the cost and inconvenience are taking a toll. Ameren claims that power will be restored to all customers by Wednesday and is working with other utility companies to expedite the process, but residents remain skeptical until their power is actually restored.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|

#ameren #energy #frustration

climate-change2 years ago•8 min saved

The Increasing Demand for Reliable Power Solutions in the US.

As climate change increases the severity of extreme weather, blackouts are becoming more common, leaving millions of people dangerously exposed to the heat and cold. Power outages make heat, already a major cause of avoidable deaths, even more of a threat. Energy experts warn that power outages will become more common, and those blackouts will hurt more people as Americans buy electric heat pumps and battery-powered cars to replace furnaces and vehicles that burn fossil fuels. Backup power systems can be as small as portable gasoline generators that can cost $500 or less, but many people cannot afford generators or the fuel on which they run.

via The New York Times|

#backup-power #climate-change #climate-resilience