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Squirrel caused downtown Bangor power outage

By Christopher Burns,

23 days ago

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A squirrel caused Wednesday morning’s power outage in downtown Bangor.

The outage swept through downtown Wednesday morning, affecting at least 501 customers at its peak, according to Versant Power’s website.

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Power was restored to all but about 275 customers by 9 a.m., with outages lingering from Cross Street to Hammond Street to Franklin Street to Central Street.

Power was restored across downtown before 11 a.m.

A squirrel had come into contact with electrical equipment, causing the outage, according to Versant Power.

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Unbelievable

23d ago

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I'M NOT MEAN, I'M JUST HONEST!!

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