Upper Peninsula Power Company technicians continue to work to restore power knocked out by the storm. The company is bringing in additional crews from outside the area, along with specialized equipment to inspect lines that are inaccessible by road. As of Thursday morning…
In Houghton County, the Bootjack Fire on Bootjack Road is open as a warming station, and for running and charging essential communications and medical devices. All residents without power are welcome.
In Baraga County, the Niiwin Akea center in Baraga is open as a warming shelter and charging station, and will remain open for the duration of the power outage. Bring your own food, water, and any medications. Pets are not permitted.
In Ontonagon County, warming sites include the Holy Family Catholic Church, the Ontonagon Fire Hall and the Greenland Fire Hall.
We will add additional sites when/if they become available.
