• Power Outage in Pocatello, ID

POCATELLO — Over 1,100 Idaho Power customers on the city’s north side were without power for over four hours on Sunday after a car struck a power pole.

Jun 19, 2022

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It appears that the power outage in Pocatello was caused by squirrel doing a head on with a transformer. Is it not nice to know how resilient our power grid is. Very secure, right?

Mj Smith | June 23, 2022

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Benjamin C. | June 22, 2021

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@MarkMendiola3 | 08:46 AM - 25 Dec 2022

Pocatello, ID (7:27 PM) Grid Power Outage Event >> The Ting Network detected an Electric Utility Grid Power Outage… https://t.co/8N4o9Ntc1O

@grid_events | 06:45 PM - 8 Dec 2022

Pocatello, ID (10:15 AM) Grid Power Outage Event >> The Ting Network detected an Electric Utility Grid Power Outage… https://t.co/DHsMCMVxZS

@grid_events | 09:30 AM - 22 Nov 2022

Winds remained strong through the night, and will pick up again around noon today. Peak gusts over 50 mph across m… https://t.co/N2oA08TqKC

@NWSPocatello | 04:40 AM - 5 Nov 2022

At 6:00 AM MDT, 3 E Pocatello [Bannock Co, ID] UTILITY COMPANY reports NON-TSTM WND DMG. IDAHO POWER REPORTS 314 PO… https://t.co/9bqPmXs6LH

@iembot_pih | 11:14 AM - 2 Nov 2022

Pocatello, ID (9:45 AM) Grid Power Outage Event >> The Ting Network detected an Electric Utility Grid Power Outage… https://t.co/kOObzSyrup

@grid_events | 09:00 AM - 22 Oct 2022

Pocatello, ID (9:48 AM) Grid Power Outage Event >> The Ting Network detected an Electric Utility Grid Power Outage… https://t.co/bIzgFXl5VB

@grid_events | 09:15 AM - 8 Oct 2022

Ron DeSantis: 25,000 Linemen Ready for Power Outages in Florida https://t.co/a7dbnLjZC6 via @BreitbartNews

@MarkMendiola3 | 07:38 AM - 27 Sep 2022

Literally the same people who mowed this lady’s garden are the same type of people who look up at the sky after a p… https://t.co/Fi0RKkbDSx

@RossCunn_87 | 12:51 AM - 29 Jul 2022

The University is aware of a power outage impacting some buildings on the Pocatello campus. @IdahoPower is on-scene… https://t.co/wKyJdCt4QA

@IdahoStateU | 09:28 AM - 16 Jul 2022

A power line issue caused a brush fire and large-scale power outage in the Pocatello area on Monday afternoon. https://t.co/VBg8t9LKlv

@IdahoStateJ | 09:00 AM - 12 Jul 2022

Idaho Power crews have had a busy weekend in the Pocatello area, responding to a widespread power outage and then a… https://t.co/htaENQZnzM

@IdahoStateJ | 01:29 PM - 31 May 2022

Pocatello, ID (1:54 PM) Grid Power Outage Event >> The Ting Network detected an Electric Utility Grid Power Outage… https://t.co/8OyqY37x5a

@grid_events | 01:15 PM - 9 May 2022

The winter storms that are forecast to barrel through East Idaho all week have already caused several wrecks, a wid… https://t.co/bR0ljmSLEG

@IdahoStateJ | 11:00 AM - 13 Apr 2022

A destructive windstorm and mountain snow are forecast to hit East Idaho on Monday and Tuesday. https://t.co/Y3AVyd82CY

@IdahoStateJ | 02:00 PM - 4 Apr 2022

Winds will steadily increase tomorrow & remain elevated through Tues. Up to 60 mph gusts expected, with higher gust… https://t.co/SrHxwQWFLg

@NWSPocatello | 07:15 PM - 3 Apr 2022

Ready for more wind? We'll be seeing even stronger winds coming our way Monday and Tuesday than we saw yesterday. T… https://t.co/AIiFzcfa7q

@NWSPocatello | 04:54 AM - 3 Apr 2022

Do you have the power? Batteries are your friend during a power outage. It’s recommended to take inventory of the i… https://t.co/7pyKMQXKU7

@McNabb_Austy | 07:31 AM - 4 Feb 2022

At 2:03 PM MST, 1 ESE Pocatello [Bannock Co, ID] UTILITY COMPANY reports NON-TSTM WND DMG. IDAHO POWER REPORTS ADDI… https://t.co/dC8MRvoDPI

@iembot_pih | 02:02 PM - 14 Dec 2021

At 11:01 AM MST, 1 S Chubbuck [Bannock Co, ID] UTILITY COMPANY reports NON-TSTM WND DMG. IDAHO POWER REPORTS NUMERO… https://t.co/537lm1M79R

@iembot_pih | 10:23 AM - 14 Dec 2021

At 10:18 AM MST, 1 N Pocatello [Bannock Co, ID] UTILITY COMPANY reports NON-TSTM WND DMG. ADDITIONAL POWER OUTAGES… https://t.co/T1GtFD3WHN

@iembot_pih | 10:09 AM - 14 Dec 2021

Idaho Power confirmed several homes remained without power after 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday following a power outage t… https://t.co/4lvm97JgXo

@IdahoStateJ | 10:20 AM - 8 Dec 2021

Today's Calc 2 plan was to explore accuracy of Taylor polynomials numerically & then develop the error estimates an… https://t.co/fpPjNvoNpy

@DrATP | 09:36 AM - 8 Dec 2021

ISU ALERT: Due to a power outage, classes originating in Pocatello are canceled until noon. We will update soon with further information.

@IdahoStateU | 09:07 AM - 8 Dec 2021

Due to a Power Outage in the greater Pocatello area. The start of today’s WBB game against Carroll has been delayed. Updates to follow

@ISUBengals | 09:00 AM - 8 Dec 2021

ISU Alert: A power outage at the Eames Complex will impact some operations on Monday, Nov. 15. College of Technolog… https://t.co/R4n1l7OC7w

@IdahoStateU | 05:32 PM - 14 Nov 2021

At 3:14 PM MDT, Pocatello [Bannock Co, ID] UTILITY COMPANY reports TSTM WND DMG. POWER OUTAGES AFFECTING ALMOST 1,0… https://t.co/5TUUTiQsYv

@iembot_pih | 02:56 PM - 18 Sep 2021

We've received multiple reports of high winds, power outages and even some trees coming down with some of these str… https://t.co/CqVa6Y39Qb

@NWSPocatello | 02:35 PM - 10 Sep 2021

Cute little chase today in SE Idaho! Targeted a severe-warned cell, several virga bombs, & chased some power outage… https://t.co/9vZKsd1aak

@KevinSmithWx | 09:05 PM - 17 Jul 2021

@JohnCornyn @SenTedCruz Where were you during the great Texas power outage? #CowardCornynhole

@24mileboy | 01:11 PM - 14 Jul 2021

(1/2) 3/28 Hang onto your hats! Winds gusts around 60 mph may cause damage to trees and power lines which may resul… https://t.co/rOYS5ycHZh

@NWSPocatello | 04:26 AM - 28 Mar 2021

You can help us out by reporting how much snow you’ve received. (example “Snow 5 mi North of Rexburg occurred from… https://t.co/SYZZKl2WiL

@NWSPocatello | 10:09 AM - 20 Mar 2021

With more snow forecasted to arrive this weekend, now’s a good time to make sure you are ready for a power outage.… https://t.co/aBHfrlWKzi

@cityofpocatello | 01:18 PM - 18 Feb 2021

Texas livestock industry reels from storm, outages https://t.co/Fl1lSuxxYn #FoxBusiness

@MarkMendiola3 | 07:25 PM - 17 Feb 2021

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@JRitterbush | 11:42 PM - 16 Feb 2021

@ERCOT_ISO I recently moved from Idaho and saw these kind of storms everyday but never seen an outage like this bef… https://t.co/5ESrc5Tm2I

@rohaanshahid | 04:47 AM - 16 Feb 2021

1/13 - A strong cold front is forecast this afternoon, bringing borderline high wind warning conditions. #Winds of… https://t.co/sMiQ4l5sxu

@NWSPocatello | 04:30 AM - 13 Jan 2021

Heat waves, violent storms and other natural events – as well as some man-made ones – can cause sudden power outage… https://t.co/b3vzWLOTV2

@ServproBP | 08:01 AM - 17 Sep 2020

RT @ServproBP: Sudden power outages can be frustrating and troublesome. If you are using a generator be sure you understand the risks of ca…

@katiehainesMT | 08:46 AM - 11 Sep 2020

Sudden power outages can be frustrating and troublesome. If you are using a generator be sure you understand the ri… https://t.co/FYkjb1bJNQ

@ServproBP | 08:32 AM - 11 Sep 2020

Spent the entire evening covering #windgusts of 60 MPH, damage, and power outages. Time to relax with some… https://t.co/32dNQZx4PG

@cesar_wx | 10:39 PM - 7 Sep 2020

@LorenaLimTLMD Yeah quite a few people are without power tonight here too. Hopefully it’s not too bad on the power… https://t.co/8H5Y3kzEos

@cesar_wx | 10:23 PM - 7 Sep 2020

RT @MAutovinoWx: KPVI Wind Tracker: A High Wind Warning and Wind Advisory have been issued for Eastern Idaho today. Gusts up to and over 5…

@KPVI | 06:42 AM - 7 Sep 2020

KPVI Wind Tracker: A High Wind Warning and Wind Advisory have been issued for Eastern Idaho today. Gusts up to and… https://t.co/0PTr1G6Oef

@MAutovinoWx | 05:33 AM - 7 Sep 2020

At 5:23 PM MDT, Pocatello [Bannock Co, ID] UTILITY COMPANY reports TSTM WND DMG. NUMEROUS POWER OUTAGES INCLUDING P… https://t.co/leA7RGFEUG

@iembot_pih | 08:40 PM - 25 Aug 2020

Strong winds this afternoon and evening from our thunderstorms produced many reports over 50 mph with damage and po… https://t.co/kEox5epqyq

@NWSPocatello | 08:25 PM - 25 Aug 2020

At 5:23 PM MDT, Pocatello [Bannock Co, ID] UTILITY COMPANY reports TSTM WND DMG. NUMEROUS POWER OUTAGES INCLUDING P… https://t.co/PI3VFvFvD4

@iembot_pih | 04:30 PM - 25 Aug 2020

RT @ProfKammerer: Got a couple emails from students who lost power because of the hurricane asking for extensions. Not sure how other folks…

@PKanagaratnam | 10:33 PM - 5 Aug 2020

Got a couple emails from students who lost power because of the hurricane asking for extensions. Not sure how other… https://t.co/72tnkuHjKA

@ProfKammerer | 09:52 AM - 5 Aug 2020

Flooded roads, power outages and traffic jams: Heavy rain wreaks havoc in Karachi https://t.co/DT1hiQcvI0 Karachi… https://t.co/PjCO18hQhX

@mzafrullah | 12:36 PM - 17 Jul 2020

i actually had to get ready in pitch black today (shoutout to the 4 hour power outage) so if you see me plz mind your own business

@monlamont | 08:48 AM - 16 Jun 2020

RT @NWSPocatello: ?We are not a very big fan of this forecast either. High winds are expected at time, which can cause power outages from b…

@Tda13C | 03:39 PM - 13 Jun 2020

?We are not a very big fan of this forecast either. High winds are expected at time, which can cause power outages… https://t.co/BxZR0FKfXk

@NWSPocatello | 12:39 AM - 13 Jun 2020

Ah yes. A power outage. Fun

@aridawni | 06:30 PM - 5 Jun 2020

RT @NWSPocatello: 5:05 PM 05/19: A strong thunderstorm recently moved over the #Richfield, #Carey, and #Picabo areas. A wind gust to 47 MPH…

@NWSCWSUZLC | 04:28 PM - 19 May 2020

5:05 PM 05/19: A strong thunderstorm recently moved over the #Richfield, #Carey, and #Picabo areas. A wind gust to… https://t.co/Y7D0oeaKrS

@NWSPocatello | 04:05 PM - 19 May 2020

RT @MAutovinoWx: A High Wind Watch is in effect for tomorrow afternoon and evening. Damaging wing gusts up to 60 mph will be possible, whi…

@KPVI | 05:54 AM - 5 May 2020

A High Wind Watch is in effect for tomorrow afternoon and evening. Damaging wing gusts up to 60 mph will be possib… https://t.co/zbnWxSZUHv

@MAutovinoWx | 05:52 AM - 5 May 2020

ahh yes a power outage to end my evening.

@lucy_vanessa_ | 07:28 PM - 30 Mar 2020

RT @NWSPocatello: Wondering where current weather observations are for Pocatello's Airport? Due to a power outage at the Pocatello Airport,…

@NWSCWSUZLC | 06:11 AM - 17 Jan 2020

Wondering where current weather observations are for Pocatello's Airport? Due to a power outage at the Pocatello Ai… https://t.co/NuOsZNT8Pb

@NWSPocatello | 04:49 AM - 17 Jan 2020

@Kristine_E_Hunt We once went to a museum and there was a power outage. I forced my family to explore with cell pho… https://t.co/Uh53CjTB4y

@WhitneyFenwick1 | 08:54 PM - 21 Oct 2019

But the guy who died within 12 minutes would have been dead in a normal power outage as well. That to me is 100% o… https://t.co/RD09rWZqgv

@TylerLewis3000 | 04:16 PM - 12 Oct 2019

Manhattan power outage occurred on ANNIVERSARY of 1977 blackout https://t.co/zAZW9X7IcR via @MailOnline

@MarkMendiola3 | 12:07 PM - 14 Jul 2019

RT @NWSPocatello: 7/13 4:15 pm - Gusty winds to 50 mph are possible in and near thunderstorms that are developing this afternoon. Winds c…

@GKHottle | 03:47 PM - 13 Jul 2019

RT @NWSPocatello: 7/13 4:15 pm - Gusty winds to 50 mph are possible in and near thunderstorms that are developing this afternoon. Winds c…

@NWSCWSUZLC | 03:39 PM - 13 Jul 2019

7/13 4:15 pm - Gusty winds to 50 mph are possible in and near thunderstorms that are developing this afternoon. W… https://t.co/DBz0VUdUBe

@NWSPocatello | 03:19 PM - 13 Jul 2019

Due to a power outage, several traffic lights are out in the city. Please use caution when approaching intersection… https://t.co/AvbJChEqFX

@PocatelloPD | 12:50 PM - 30 Mar 2019

RT @NWSPocatello: One of the many impacts to the upcoming winter storm will be "snow loading". Our experimental snow loading severity inde…

@idahosnake | 08:38 PM - 23 Feb 2019

RT @NWSPocatello: One of the many impacts to the upcoming winter storm will be "snow loading". Our experimental snow loading severity inde…

@carriganbw | 11:48 AM - 23 Feb 2019

One of the many impacts to the upcoming winter storm will be "snow loading". Our experimental snow loading severit… https://t.co/nf08LWFCd5

@NWSPocatello | 07:54 AM - 23 Feb 2019

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.

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Pocatello, Idaho

City	Pocatello
County	Bannock
State	Idaho (ID)
Country	United States
Zip Codes	83201, 83202, 83204, 83205, 83206, 83209

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