Alaska Power Outages
This page provides a current overview of Alaska power outages, including the hardest-hit regions and the latest available totals.
About 155 tracked customers are currently without power out of 481,760 total tracked customers (around 0.0%). We currently track 9 regions for this state. The most affected regions right now include Anchorage (1), Matanuska-susitna, and Fairbanks North Star.
Current outage totals for Alaska appear relatively limited compared with larger outage events, but local conditions can still change quickly when utilities post new updates. For confirmation and outage reporting, check your utility provider directly and follow local safety guidance.
Last updated: Mar 19, 2026 2:55 PM. Use the update time shown on this page to understand how recent the displayed outage totals are.
Alaska power outage overview
Updated within the last hour
Use the region breakdown below to see where outages are concentrated inside the state. For official status, open a provider page and follow the outage link when available.
Most affected areas in Alaska
| Region | Customers out | Tracked | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | 1 | 327,330 | Mar 19, 2026 3:22 PM |
| Matanuska-susitna | 0 | 55,616 | Mar 19, 2026 3:14 PM |
| Fairbanks North Star | 0 | 45,741 | Mar 19, 2026 3:08 PM |
| Kenai Peninsula | 0 | 43,029 | Mar 19, 2026 2:33 PM |
| Denali | 0 | 4,669 | Mar 19, 2026 3:01 PM |
| Southeast Fairbanks | 0 | 4,334 | Mar 19, 2026 2:55 PM |
| Chugach | 0 | 567 | Mar 19, 2026 2:48 PM |
| Yukon-koyukuk | 0 | 507 | Mar 19, 2026 3:04 PM |
| Copper River | 0 | 0 | Mar 19, 2026 3:17 PM |
Cities and regions in Alaska
Utility providers in Alaska
Chugach Electric Association
Customers out: 1 · Tracked: 68,215
Matanuska Electric
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 71,146
Golden Valley Electric Association
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 44,620
Homer Electric
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 34,445
What may cause outages in Alaska
Common drivers include severe storms, high winds, lightning, extreme heat, equipment failures, planned maintenance, and grid overload. This page focuses on current impact totals; for incident details, check official provider updates.
What to do during a power outage in Alaska
- Confirm status with your utility’s official outage page.
- Keep refrigerator/freezer doors closed when possible.
- Use flashlights instead of candles.
- Avoid downed lines and report hazards to local authorities.
FAQ
How often is outage data updated for Alaska?
Update frequency depends on when utility providers publish new totals. Use the “Last updated” time on this page to see how recent the current figures are.
What should I do during a power outage in Alaska?
Use your provider’s official outage tools first, unplug sensitive electronics if needed, and stay clear of damaged lines or equipment. Follow local safety instructions during severe events.
Why can regional outage totals differ from the state total?
A state total combines multiple underlying area updates. If those updates arrive at different times, short-lived differences between the state and region numbers are possible.
Last updated: Mar 19, 2026 2:55 PM