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FARMINGTON, Minn. (11:30 a.m., June 19, 2012) — Dakota Electric Association crews continue to make great progress on the widespread outages. Approximately 1,300 are still without power, down from a high of more than 10,000. The majority of these should be on by nightfall with some lingering into the next day or two.

For updates, members may check the company’s website (www.dakotaelectric.com), “Like” Dakota Electric on Facebook (www.facebook.com/dakotaelectric) or follow them on Twitter (@DakotaElec)

Dakota Electric reminds the public to stay away from downed power lines, and call the outage line to report safety hazards or power outages: 651-463-6201.