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U.S. power grid holds up in cold; warning issued

By Alton Wallace | The Center Square
Updated Feb 2, 2026

(The Center Square) – The electric grid powering much of the U.S. through a harsh stretch of winter has largely held up, but there is an increasing risk of supply shortfalls, an industry observer says.

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DOE issues emergency orders to mitigate blackouts in New England, Texas

By Bethany Blankley | The Center Square contributor
Updated Jan 26, 2026

(The Center Square) – U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright issued emergency orders to mitigate blackouts in New England and Texas as 24 states have declared an emergency due to an Arctic blast moving across the U.S. over the weekend.

WATCH: Power grid regulator says PNW in 'crosshairs' for potential winter blackouts

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WATCH: Power grid regulator says PNW in 'crosshairs' for potential winter blackouts

By Carleen Johnson | The Center Square
Nov 21, 2025

(The Center Square) – The Pacific Northwest could be facing a challenging winter ahead when it comes to the demand for power and potential blackouts.

Mt. Hood Town Hall prepares for solar installation

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Mt. Hood Town Hall prepares for solar installation

By Laurel Brown Columbia Gorge News
Updated Feb 11, 2025

MT. HOOD-PARKDALE — With funding from the Oregon Department of Energy, Mt. Hood Town Hall is preparing for a solar installation project. The project aims to create resilient power and an on-site storage system in case of power outages.

GLENWOOD HAPPENINGS: Mt. Adams Little League registration now open

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GLENWOOD HAPPENINGS: Mt. Adams Little League registration now open

By Mary Pierce
Jan 26, 2022

Things have calmed down considerably since our big snowstorm and power outage. In fact, things are almost too quiet. I’m sure there are some f…

Senior Living: Get ready now for the unexpected

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Senior Living: Get ready now for the unexpected

Sep 22, 2021

It is not if, but when.

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Steps to getting ready during the wildfire season and potential power outages

By Christopher Van Tilburg MD
Sep 16, 2020

Although mid-winter is usually when we think if needing emergency supplies for power outages, now is a good time to make sure you have a few d…

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72-Hour Emergency Plan: Steps to getting ready during the wildfire season and potential power outages

By Christopher Van Tilburg MD
Updated Sep 22, 2020

Emphasizing safety and sustenance if power goes out

Sept. 9 fire updates; smoky air conditions to continue

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Sept. 9 fire updates; smoky air conditions to continue

Updated Sep 22, 2020

Due to the continued high level of fire activity, the West Cascades will continue to experience heavy smoke impacts today, and east winds will…

Storm causes power outages in Wasco County on Aug. 16

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Storm causes power outages in Wasco County on Aug. 16

Aug 18, 2020

A storm system caused multiple power outages in Wasco County on Aug. 16.

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