Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties

3,000 remain without power

ASHLAND, Wis.  - Xcel Energy crews continue to tackle restoring electricity to 3,000 area customers impacted by Thursday's severe storms.

The company said 20,000 people lost power after the storms, primarily in Ashland, Hayward and Ironwood.

"We recognize that power outages are challenging for our customers, particularly with the extreme heat, and we appreciate their patience. Be sure to stay safe in these conditions and check on elderly family members, neighbors and friends and take advantage of cooling stations in the area," said Christine Ouellette, Xcel spokesperson at the Eau Claire...