The Great Indianapolis Blackout of... Wait, What Year is This Again?
Ah, the flickering lights, the fridge emitting an mournful hum. The power outage. A modern-day inconvenience that throws us back to the dark ages (well, almost). But fear not, fellow Indy residents, for we shall delve into the burning question: how long will the power be out?
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The Crystal Ball Says... Maybe
Unfortunately, predicting the exact return of electricity is about as accurate as a weatherman in April. However, fret not! We can use some detective work to get a hunch.
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- Is your entire neighborhood dark? A widespread outage might take longer to fix than if just your house is affected (sorry, did someone overload the toaster oven again?).
- Did a squirrel launch a surprise attack on a transformer? Those furry little saboteurs can cause outages, but repairs are usually swift. Unless it's a particularly vengeful squirrel...
- Did a local news channel mention a power outage? They often have updates on restoration times. Though, be warned, they might also try to sell you an apocalypse survival kit (spoiler alert: candles and board games will suffice).
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow (Hopefully)
Generally, most outages are resolved within a few hours. But hey, if you're reading this by candlelight and it's been days, well, maybe it's time to start a bonfire and roast some marshmallows (safety first, people!).
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AES Indiana: Your Knight in Shining Armor (Well, Maybe Just Khakis)
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The good folks at AES Indiana, our friendly neighborhood power providers, have a nifty [outage map](link to AES Indiana Outage Map) that shows affected areas and estimated restoration times. They also have a delightful automated phone system that will walk you through the outage situation (key word: patience). You can also report your outage online or by calling 317-261-8111.
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How To: Power Outage FAQ
How to Report a Power Outage:
- AES Indiana's website (link to AES Indiana Outage Map)
- Call 317-261-8111
How to Stay Cool During a Power Outage:
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- Take a cool shower (if your water pressure allows).
- Fan yourself with a magazine (bonus points for vintage Playboys).
- Spend quality time with your family (board games, anyone?).
How to Prepare for a Power Outage:
- Have a flashlight (and spare batteries) handy.
- Fill a cooler with ice to keep food cold.
- Charge your phone beforehand (movies are your friends!).
How to Know When the Power is Back On:
- The most obvious sign: lights turn on!
- Check the AES Indiana outage map (link to AES Indiana Outage Map).
- Listen for the joyous cheers erupting from your neighborhood.
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