Outage news and backup power
Stay ahead of the next power outage.
Storm, heat and grid news that can knock out your power, plus free tools to keep your home running when it does.
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Hurricane season and your power: what to do before a storm hits
Hurricanes cause some of the longest outages in the country. Here’s why, what the forecasts mean, and how to get your home ready days before landfall.
What can knock out your power
Follow the outage risks that matter where you live. Every update ends with what to do next.
Latest outage news
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What is a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS)?
In wildfire country, utilities sometimes turn off power on purpose. Here’s why shutoffs happen, how long they last, and how…
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Why heat waves can push the power grid to its limit
When everyone runs the AC at once, the grid can run short. Here’s how heat leads to outages and what…
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Winter storms and outages: ice, wind and record demand
Ice storms snap lines and cold snaps strain the grid. Here’s how to keep your family warm and safe if…
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