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Snowy weather causes power outages in east-central Minnesota

Snowy weather on Halloween caused power outages across east-central Minnesota.


As of 6:30 a.m. on Friday, East Central Energy is reporting 2,200 members without power in the area from Milaca to Hinckley.


According to an update from ECE, wet and heavy snow on power lines has been the primary cause of the issues.


On Thursday evening, as many as about 5,000 members in the southern part of ECE’s coverage territory, including Milaca, Braham, Finlayson, and surrounding areas, were without power.


Here's a look at snowfall totals from around the area, from the National Weather Service:

Henriette: 4.5 inches


Sandstone: 4.3 inches


Finlayson: 3.3 inches


Spencer Brook Township: 3.2 inches


Hinckley: 2.8 inches


Dalbo: 2.5 inches


Pine City: 2 inches


Beroun: 2 inches







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