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How to prepare for winter electrical outages

11/11/2025

Winter storms can bring wind, ice, snow and even power outages. How do you get prepared, especially if you rely on electricity for medical needs or work from home? In the Beaverton and Portland Metro Area, Portland General Electric has some tips and a checklist. Check out their Prepare Your Home page for more information. You can also download the PGE checklist.

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Leave the Leaves

11/1/2025

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It took a while, but temperatures have dropped, and the leaves are following suit. If these leaves happen to fall near storm drains, it's best to clear them away to prevent stresses to our water treatment system. But if falling on turf or soil, leaves often serve a beneficial role to the ecosystem in which they fall. So consider whether it may be sensible for you to "leave the leaves" this fall :)

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Lincoln Thomas, Neighbors Ready! Newsletter Editor

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How to prepare for winter electrical outages

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