Hancock County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Indiana
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2023 | 0 hrs | 3,694 (8%) | Unnamed event |
| Dec 11, 2021 | 3 hrs | 3,583 (8%) | Unnamed event |
| Mar 15, 2021 | 4 hrs | 3,282 (7%) | Winter Weather |
| Jun 23, 2016 | 9 hrs | 3,215 (7%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jun 7, 2018 | 1 hrs | 2,958 (7%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Hancock County recorded 204 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.6 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Hancock County started March 21, 2023, lasting 0 hours and leaving up to 3,694 customers without power (8% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Hancock County, with 30 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Hancock County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 92nd percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Indiana
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Hancock County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Miami County | A | 92nd |
| Wayne County | A | 91st |
| Jasper County | A | 94th |
| Boone County | A | 95th |
| Daviess County | A | 95th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Hancock County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Hancock County recorded 204 outage events, averaging 2.6 hours each.
What is Hancock County's reliability grade?
Hancock County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 92nd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Hancock County?
The worst outage on record started March 21, 2023, lasting 0 hours and affecting up to 3,694 customers.