BARNUM, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Minnesota Power (MP) officials are reporting a power outage for customers in the Barnum area.

According to Minnesota Power, 825 customers are affected as of Thursday morning.

The company said the outage is a result of a small, contained fire at one of their substations overnight Wednesday started by a rodent.

They brought in a mobile substation and are working on fixing the problem.

Leaders believe power will be restored by noon Thursday.

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