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Downed tree causes power outage near Whitefish

NBC Montana · last updated

WHITEFISH, Mont. — A tree took down power lines across Highway 93 near State Park Road in Whitefish, creating a dangerous situation and prompting warnings for drivers and nearby residents. A large power outage is impacting the area.

Flathead Electric Co-op’s outage map shows about 1,200 homes without power at 8:20 p.m. Friday.

Drivers are asked to avoid the area if possible and use caution while traveling nearby.

Co-op officials urged people to never approach, touch or cross downed power lines because they may still be energized and can cause serious injury or death.

Crews are responding, and residents are asked to be patient as work continues to restore power as quickly and safely as possible.



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