Did you lose power?
How to Report Power Outage
Power outage in Independence, Kansas? Contact your local utility company.
Independence Power Outages Caused by Weather
Events
The law enforcement reported that a 43-52 knot gust downed 2 power poles in town.
A severe thunderstorm produced extensive power pole and tree damage across primarily western portions of Independence. An estimated 80 power poles were damaged or downed along a five-mile stretch on Peter Pan Road, knocking out power to an estimated 6,500 customers. Shortly after the storm, several motorists were stranded between the downed electrical lines and poles. Highways 160 and 75 through Independence were closed through the 26th due to the downed poles and lines. Information courtesy of the Independence Daily Reporter.
Unspecified number of power poles struck, severing power to 1,073 residences. By approximately 10AM the following morning, power had been restored to all but 61 residences. Times of incidents approximate. Narrative courtesy of the Parsons Sun.
Trees and power lines downed.
News
SMSD elementary without power, generators keep class in session Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal
Briarwood Elementary School is working to restore power in the building, but in the meantime, will continue to have class.
Poland Now Has Enough Natural Gas And Coal Supply For Winter | OilPrice.com
Poland has officially secured its natural gas and coal supply for the coming winter, successfully replacing the supply that Russia cut off
More than 500 without power in River Market area Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
More than 500 customers in the River Market area are without power tonight.
Several Johnson County government buildings without power Thursday Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Several Johnson County government buildings lost power Thursday for an unknown reason. The County Administration Building is running on emergency power.
Odessa spends Wednesday without power after animal gets into substation Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
At 9:27 p.m., the city said: “All circuits have been re-energized. Please call us at 816-633-5521 if you do not have power.”
EF1 tornado confirmed in Johnson County, EF2 tornado in Jackson County, 2 EF0 tornadoes in Miami County
Stay with the First Alert Weather Team for updates
Thousands without power in Kansas City metro Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal
According to Evergy, thousands in the Kansas City metro are without power after loud storms and a possible tornado passed through the area.
Kansas City weather: Thousands lost power during storms Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal
Thousands of homes in the Kansas City metro were without power as storms passed through Tuesday morning.
Kansas City live weather updates - accumulating snow in the metro
The highest amounts were just south and southeast of the KC Metro
NJ congressman demands answers from JCP&L about multiple outages
Congressman Frank Pallone has sent a letter to the president of Jersey Central Power & Light, demanding that the utility offer detailed explanations about outages that affected his district on Jan. 17, 21 and 26.
User Comments…
Are you affected? Leave your comment below.
Power Outage FAQs
What is Power Outage?
Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.
What Causes Power Outages?
- Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.
What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?
- Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
- Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
- Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
- Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.
Independence, Kansas
| City | Independence |
| County | Montgomery |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 67301 |
Power outage south ash avenue
We are out of power
No power for 3 hours
Power back on after 2 1/2 hour outage.
No power. 64052