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Midwest Region Power Outage Summary
As of 9:31 AM ET on 07/21/2026, 5,418 of 10,827,783 tracked electric customers (0.05%) in the Midwest region of the United States are without power, across 7 states.
- Customers without power
- 5,418
- Customers tracked
- 10,827,783
- Share without power
- 0.05%
- States in region
- 7
- Utility providers
- 209
Outages by state in the Midwest region
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 2,176 | 3,205,012 |
| Iowa | 1,450 | 1,539,293 |
| Minnesota | 826 | 3,190,997 |
| Kansas | 461 | 1,357,894 |
| South Dakota | 260 | 468,676 |
| North Dakota | 163 | 434,635 |
| Nebraska | 82 | 631,276 |
Most affected utilities in the Midwest region
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Farmers' Electric Co-op | 865 | 6,617 |
| Ameren | 811 | 1,258,179 |
| MidAmerican Energy Company | 659 | 774,241 |
| Xcel Energy | 586 | 1,999,421 |
| Evergy | 574 | 1,698,632 |
| Chariton Valley Electric Cooperative | 550 | 3,209 |
| Alliant Energy | 201 | 505,740 |
| Cherry-Todd Electric Coop | 185 | 2,949 |
| Lower Yellowstone REC | 137 | 5,288 |
| East Central Energy | 115 | 62,437 |
Outage data is collected directly from utility providers and refreshed approximately every 15 minutes. Last updated 9:31 AM ET on 07/21/2026.
Power Restoration
Most Midwest 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 Midwest region right now?
- As of 9:31 AM ET on 07/21/2026, 5,418 customers are without power in the Midwest region. The live map above shows affected areas.
- How do I report a power outage in the Midwest 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 Midwest 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.