A month after historic power outage in Gary, mom of 4 still hopes for relief

A month after historic power outage in Gary, mom of 4 still hopes for relief

Melissa Dixon no longer worries about how she will feed her family now that her refrigerator is working. But she’s concerned about how she will deal with potential mold in her basement. And she hasn't gotten any disaster relief from FEMA.

'We Were Pretty Much Left Behind': Gary Storm Survivor Aja Bridges Recounts How Nearby Communities Got Power Back Sooner But Gary Waited For Two Weeks

Aja Bridges, a Gary, Indiana, resident and community activist, who lived through a devastating storm and prolonged power outage, says the experience…

The Power Outage Nightmare in Indiana Continues

The Power Outage Nightmare in Indiana Continues In August 2026, Indiana’s major power outage followed a severe weather outbreak on August 11. A storm system preliminarily classified as a derecho crossed from Illinois into northwest and north-central Indiana, producing extreme straight-line winds, at least two tornadoes, large hail, flash flooding, and widespread tree and utility-line…

In Gary, Indiana, a month after historic NIPSCO power outage, families still wait for relief

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