Lowndes County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · Mississippi
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 30, 2022 | 3 hrs | 5,628 (17%) | Tornado |
| May 18, 2025 | 10 hrs | 4,612 (14%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jul 10, 2017 | 0 hrs | 3,666 (11%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 8, 2021 | 1 hrs | 3,655 (11%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Apr 18, 2019 | 21 hrs | 3,383 (10%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Lowndes County recorded 320 distinct power outage events, averaging 1.4 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Lowndes County started November 30, 2022 (Tornado), lasting 3 hours and leaving up to 5,628 customers without power (17% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Lowndes County, with 37 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Lowndes 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 Lowndes County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Leflore County | A | 91st |
| Itawamba County | A | 89th |
| Oktibbeha County | A | 89th |
| Pontotoc County | A | 94th |
| Marshall County | A | 96th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Lowndes County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Lowndes County recorded 320 outage events, averaging 1.4 hours each.
What is Lowndes County's reliability grade?
Lowndes County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 91st national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Lowndes County?
The worst outage on record started November 30, 2022 (Tornado), lasting 3 hours and affecting up to 5,628 customers.