8-hour power outage planned for Caledonia this weekend: Hydro One

Hydro One has announced their plan to conduct an eight-hour power outage in Caledonia to replace critical equipment Saturday night.

The power outage is scheduled to take place from 10 p.m. to around 6 a.m. on Sunday and around 8,000 homes will be without power.

Residents in the area are encouraged to check the planned outage map to confirm whether they will be affected.

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The utility company says residents affected by the outage are reminded to turn off appliances, ensure phones and extended battery packs are fully charged, and to keep the fridge door closed as much as possible.

Municipal water service will not be affected but those with private water treatment systems should check on the treatment equipment once power is restored to make sure it is operational before using the water.

Residents within the planned outage area are also encouraged to sign up for status notifications and check the outage map for updates on restoration time.

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