Live Power Outage Map — United States
United States Power Outage Summary
As of 7:05 PM ET on 08/17/2026, 403,100 of 157,673,819 tracked electric customers (0.26%) across 52 US states and territories are without power.
- Customers without power
- 403,100
- Customers tracked
- 157,673,819
- Share without power
- 0.26%
- States & territories tracked
- 52
Most affected states right now
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 105,052 | 508,190 |
| Indiana | 99,739 | 3,273,587 |
| Tennessee | 42,454 | 3,470,182 |
| Arkansas | 39,427 | 1,674,822 |
| Mississippi | 15,468 | 1,252,015 |
Most affected utility providers right now
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaiian Electric Company | 104,760 | 472,536 |
| Northern Indiana Public Service Company | 97,906 | 528,612 |
| Entergy | 24,871 | 2,998,876 |
| Appalachian Power Company | 15,874 | 1,045,694 |
| FirstEnergy | 15,179 | 6,162,462 |
Outage data is collected directly from utility providers and refreshed approximately every 15 minutes. Last updated 7:05 PM ET on 08/17/2026.
Power Restoration
Most U.S. outages are restored within a few hours once crews are dispatched. Widespread storm outages can take a day or longer. For a live estimate, find your utility below and report your outage to get area-specific updates.
Power Outage FAQ
- Is there a power outage in the United States right now?
- As of 7:05 PM ET on 08/17/2026, 403,100 customers are without power in the United States. The live map above shows affected areas.
- How do I report a power outage in the United States?
- Contact your utility directly. Find your provider in the list above for its outage reporting phone number and link.
- How long do power outages usually last in the United States?
- Most are restored within a few hours. Major storms can extend restoration to a day or longer.
- Why is my power out?
- Common causes are storms, high winds, equipment faults, and planned maintenance. Your utility lists the cause when it is known.
- How can I check outages near me?
- Use the live map above, or select your utility or county below for a closer view of current outages.
Outage Safety & Prep Tips
- Report the outage to your utility so crews know your address is affected.
- Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed; food stays safe for about 4 hours.
- Unplug sensitive electronics to protect them from surges when power returns.
- Never run a generator indoors or in a garage. Keep it outside, away from windows.
- If you rely on powered medical equipment, contact your utility about its medical priority program.