Montana Power Outages
This page provides a current overview of Montana power outages, including the hardest-hit regions and the latest available totals.
About 77 tracked customers are currently without power out of 409,958 total tracked customers (around 0.0%). We currently track 63 regions for this state. The most affected regions right now include Cascade (156), Gallatin (31), and Lincoln (5).
The latest data suggests a comparatively stable outage picture in Montana, although localized service problems may still be reported by utilities. For confirmation and outage reporting, check your utility provider directly and follow local safety guidance.
Last updated: Mar 19, 2026 5:24 PM. The timestamp above helps you judge how fresh the current numbers are before acting on them.
Montana 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 Montana
| Region | Customers out | Tracked | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade | 156 | 17,768 | Mar 19, 2026 4:34 PM |
| Gallatin | 31 | 26,578 | Mar 19, 2026 4:41 PM |
| Lincoln | 5 | 12,396 | Mar 19, 2026 4:47 PM |
| Missoula | 3 | 36,121 | Mar 19, 2026 5:03 PM |
| Lewis And Clark | 3 | 36,026 | Mar 19, 2026 5:25 PM |
| Yellowstone | 2 | 29,798 | Mar 19, 2026 5:03 PM |
| Blaine | 2 | 3,835 | Mar 19, 2026 5:08 PM |
| Lake | 1 | 28,580 | Mar 19, 2026 5:27 PM |
| Hill | 1 | 9,291 | Mar 19, 2026 4:38 PM |
| Powder River | 1 | 1,706 | Mar 19, 2026 4:59 PM |
Cities and regions in Montana
Utility providers in Montana
NorthWestern Energy
Customers out: 196 · Tracked: 434,706
Flathead Electric Coop
Customers out: 5 · Tracked: 81,194
Yellowstone Electric Coop
Customers out: 2 · Tracked: 23,780
Mission Valley Power
Customers out: 1 · Tracked: 21,405
Tongue River Electric Company
Customers out: 1 · Tracked: 5,325
Fall River REC
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 21,249
Montana-Dakota Utilities
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 19,490
Missoula Electric Coop
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 17,535
Ravalli Electric coop
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 13,471
Northern Lights Inc.
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 5,007
Hill County Electric Coop
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 4,034
Lower Yellowstone REC
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 3,992
Mountrail-Williams Electric Coop
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 288
Powder River Energy Corp
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 171
McKenzie Electric Coop
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 43
Avista Corporation
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 32
Black Hills Energy
Customers out: 0 · Tracked: 30
What may cause outages in Montana
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 Montana
- 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 Montana?
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 Montana?
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?
State and regional totals may not update at exactly the same time. Temporary mismatches can happen when providers refresh one area before another.
Last updated: Mar 19, 2026 5:24 PM