UPDATE: Over 1,000 people experiencing power outages across the Northland

DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) — Two power companies reported thousands of power outages across the northland on Friday afternoon.

As of 4:15 p.m., Minnesota Power reported that more than 2,800 customers are without power, mostly in the Iron Range area.

According to Minnesota Power representatives, high winds in the area are an issue and are knocking trees into power lines.

Minnesota Power is estimating that much of those areas’ power will be restored by 5:30 P.M.

Lake Country Power is reporting 54 total outages, with around 1,250 members affected. The company has dispatched crews.

The Duluth Fire Department is asking the public to steer clear of downed power lines.

The public should always report them to 911 when they see them and should never approach an arcing or sparking power line.

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