North Dakota Power Outages — Live Map
North Dakota Power Outage Summary
As of 12:16 AM ET on 07/31/2026, 153 of 434,678 tracked electric customers (0.04%) in North Dakota are without power, across 20 utility providers.
- Customers without power
- 153
- Customers tracked
- 434,678
- Share without power
- 0.04%
- Utility providers
- 20
Most affected counties in North Dakota
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Cass County | 72 | 116,213 |
| Williams County | 72 | 23,414 |
| Morton County | 5 | 9,646 |
| McLean County | 1 | 13,324 |
| Ransom County | 1 | 3,667 |
| LaMoure County | 1 | 2,943 |
| Nelson County | 1 | 1,963 |
Most affected utilities in North Dakota
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Yellowstone REC | 134 | 5,283 |
| Montana-Dakota Utilities | 15 | 46,498 |
| Otter Tail Power Company | 2 | 60,217 |
| Dakota Valley Electric Coop | 1 | 6,997 |
| McLean Electric Coop | 1 | 4,390 |
Outage data is collected directly from utility providers and refreshed approximately every 15 minutes. Last updated 12:16 AM ET on 07/31/2026.
Power Restoration
Most North Dakota 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 North Dakota right now?
- As of 12:16 AM ET on 07/31/2026, 153 customers are without power in North Dakota across 20 tracked utilities. The live map above shows affected areas.
- How do I report a power outage in North Dakota?
- 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 North Dakota?
- 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.