Leflore County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Mississippi
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 2015 | 2 hrs | 680 (3%) | Unnamed event |
| Jul 9, 2016 | 3 hrs | 664 (3%) | Unnamed event |
| Oct 26, 2015 | 6 hrs | 547 (3%) | Drought |
| Nov 23, 2014 | 8 hrs | 532 (3%) | Strong Wind |
| Jul 6, 2018 | 3 hrs | 529 (3%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Leflore County recorded 189 distinct power outage events, averaging 4.5 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Leflore County started July 19, 2015, lasting 2 hours and leaving up to 680 customers without power (3% of the county) at its peak.
May has historically been the worst month for outages in Leflore County, with 30 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Leflore County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 91st percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Mississippi
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Leflore County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Lowndes County | A | 91st |
| Itawamba County | A | 89th |
| Pontotoc County | A | 94th |
| Oktibbeha County | A | 89th |
| Marshall County | A | 96th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Leflore County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Leflore County recorded 189 outage events, averaging 4.5 hours each.
What is Leflore County's reliability grade?
Leflore County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 91st national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Leflore County?
The worst outage on record started July 19, 2015, lasting 2 hours and affecting up to 680 customers.