Widespread power outages reportedly affected the Black Hills, northeastern Wyoming and parts of Montana. According to Rapid City officials, Black Hills Energy crews have started restoring electricity in some neighbourhoods.

Police and the Pennington County Sheriff’s Department are managing traffic at major intersections that remain without power, according to Kotatv . The city is urging residents to stay put unless travel is necessary Also Read | Wisconsin State Fair cancelled due to flash floods, heavy rain & power outages

Rapid City Police Department issues advisory

“MOTORIST ADVISORY: We're getting reports of a widespread power outage across Rapid City. If you encounter an intersection with a non-functional traffic signal, treat it as a four-way stop. We're currently working

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