UPDATE: Equipment fault causes more than 900 power outages in Kennewick

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KENNEWICK, Wash. — More than 900 residents in the areas of downtown and Southeast Kennewick are experiencing power outages.

UPDATE 3:20 p.m.:

According to Benton PUD, the outage was caused by Bonneville Power Administration equipment affecting the transmission system. Officials should have an update soon.

ORIGINAL COVERAGE 2:40 p.m.:

More than 900 residents in the areas of downtown and Southeast Kennewick are experiencing power outages.

According to Benton PUD, crews are responding and trying to find the cause of the outages.

Those affected can find more information on the Benton PUD outage center.

This is a developing story, which means information could change. We are working to report timely and accurate information as we get it.

 

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