Webster Parish Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Louisiana
Worse than average — more frequent or longer outages than most counties. How grades are calculated
Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2020 | 97 hrs | 7,641 (30%) | Hurricane Laura |
| Apr 13, 2022 | 52 hrs | 5,655 (22%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jan 11, 2020 | 77 hrs | 5,646 (22%) | Tornado |
| Jun 16, 2023 | 204 hrs | 5,594 (22%) | Hail |
| Apr 22, 2020 | 19 hrs | 5,280 (21%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Webster Parish recorded 990 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.8 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Webster Parish started August 27, 2020 (Hurricane Laura), lasting 97 hours and leaving up to 7,641 customers without power (30% of the county) at its peak.
May has historically been the worst month for outages in Webster Parish, with 112 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Webster Parish earns a Reliability Grade of D, placing it in the 20th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Louisiana
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Webster Parish.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| St. Martin Parish | F | 19th |
| Rapides Parish | F | 18th |
| Morehouse Parish | D | 22nd |
| Ouachita Parish | D | 23rd |
| St. Landry Parish | F | 17th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Webster Parish?
Between 2014 and 2025, Webster Parish recorded 990 outage events, averaging 3.8 hours each.
What is Webster Parish's reliability grade?
Webster Parish has a Reliability Grade of D, in the 20th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Webster Parish?
The worst outage on record started August 27, 2020 (Hurricane Laura), lasting 97 hours and affecting up to 7,641 customers.