At approximately 5:50 p.m., a transmission line fault caused an outage affecting areas north along the Steese Highway, including Chena Hot Springs Road, Skyline Drive and the Elliot Highway. Crews are on their way and have narrowed down the general location of the fault. At this time, the cause is unknown. We estimate power...
Join the MAC Have you ever wondered: Why is electricity expensive in Interior Alaska? If we have the most powerful battery backup system, why does the power still go out? Who decides which directors are on the ballot each year? What’s GVEA’s perspective on hydropower? Joining the MAC is a great way to find...
Generally, December and January bills are the highest of the year (fuel and electric bills both). Here are some reasons why your bill is higher this month: The highest bills generally come during the coldest, darkest months. Higher rates. We are not happy about it either. The truth is that the average electric bill of 700 kilowatt-hours has...
If your car has been winterized, you should have a plug coming out the front end of your car. The cord leads to heaters which keep the car’s engine from freezing and ensure the liquids remain in liquid state (as opposed to a frozen, solid state). In the Interior, the Fairbanks North Star Borough...
Is the food in the refrigerator still ok to eat? Good question. Here are some things to keep in mind when the power goes out: Food If the power is out for less than two hours, the food in your refrigerator is safe to eat. Of course, you should avoid opening the door to...
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