Over 16,000 Chicago Residents Lose Power in Storm
Severe thunderstorms on August 9, 2026 knocked out power for more than 16,000 Chicago-area customers across five counties. ComEd is working to restore service amid a multi‑day storm forecast.
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Thousands Lose Power in Rensselaer and Washington Counties
A regional power failure on Friday morning left thousands of residents in Rensselaer and Washington Counties without electricity, disrupting homes, businesses and travel.
Power Restored After Outage Delays Six Flags Magic Mountain Opening
A power outage delayed Six Flags Magic Mountain’s 10:30 a.m. opening on August 5, 2026, but Southern California Edison restored electricity by about 12:15 p.m., allowing the park to resume operations.
Over 58,000 Quebec Homes Lose Power, 40,000 in Laval
Violent thunderstorms on July 21 caused a power outage affecting more than 58,000 homes across Quebec, including over 40,000 in Laval. Utility crews are working to restore electricity while residents are advised to conserve power.
