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Great Lakes Region Power Outage Summary
As of 9:32 AM ET on 07/21/2026, 13,435 of 22,406,112 tracked electric customers (0.06%) in the Great Lakes region of the United States are without power, across 5 states.
- Customers without power
- 13,435
- Customers tracked
- 22,406,112
- Share without power
- 0.06%
- States in region
- 5
- Utility providers
- 150
Outages by state in the Great Lakes region
Most affected utilities in the Great Lakes region
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Public Power | 3,586 | 29,956 |
| Marshall County REMC | 3,020 | 7,487 |
| FirstEnergy | 2,220 | 2,100,381 |
| Indiana Michigan Power | 1,184 | 609,326 |
| Consumers Energy | 629 | 1,986,387 |
| Parke County REMC | 365 | 12,647 |
| DTE Energy | 307 | 2,265,436 |
| Mid-Ohio Energy | 236 | 6,758 |
| American Electric Power Ohio | 201 | 1,521,252 |
| Ameren | 199 | 1,219,894 |
Outage data is collected directly from utility providers and refreshed approximately every 15 minutes. Last updated 9:32 AM ET on 07/21/2026.
Power Restoration
Most Great Lakes 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 Great Lakes region right now?
- As of 9:32 AM ET on 07/21/2026, 13,435 customers are without power in the Great Lakes region. The live map above shows affected areas.
- How do I report a power outage in the Great Lakes region?
- 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 Great Lakes region?
- 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.