Iowa Power Outages — Live Map
Iowa Power Outage Summary
As of 12:46 AM ET on 07/31/2026, 135 of 1,537,141 tracked electric customers (<0.01%) in Iowa are without power, across 42 utility providers.
- Customers without power
- 135
- Customers tracked
- 1,537,141
- Share without power
- <0.01%
- Utility providers
- 42
Most affected counties in Iowa
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Polk County | 41 | 253,535 |
| Grundy County | 37 | 3,857 |
| Marshall County | 36 | 17,630 |
| Tama County | 13 | 7,423 |
| Jasper County | 2 | 19,039 |
| Dallas County | 1 | 62,239 |
| Woodbury County | 1 | 48,656 |
| Lee County | 1 | 17,862 |
| Henry County | 1 | 13,055 |
| Marion County | 1 | 11,199 |
Most affected utilities in Iowa
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Grundy County REC | 86 | 1,258 |
| MidAmerican Energy Company | 45 | 768,710 |
| Alliant Energy | 2 | 505,693 |
| Butler County REC | 1 | 3,382 |
| Woodbury County REC | 1 | 3,317 |
Outage data is collected directly from utility providers and refreshed approximately every 15 minutes. Last updated 12:46 AM ET on 07/31/2026.
Power Restoration
Most Iowa 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 Iowa right now?
- As of 12:46 AM ET on 07/31/2026, 135 customers are without power in Iowa across 42 tracked utilities. The live map above shows affected areas.
- How do I report a power outage in Iowa?
- 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 Iowa?
- 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.