Neshoba County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Mississippi
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 18, 2021 | 94 hrs | 14,123 (57%) | Winter Storm Uri |
| Feb 15, 2021 | 71 hrs | 13,176 (53%) | Winter Storm Uri |
| May 4, 2021 | 41 hrs | 7,169 (29%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| May 26, 2025 | 10 hrs | 6,905 (28%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Apr 10, 2024 | 62 hrs | 4,389 (18%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Neshoba County recorded 485 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.2 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Neshoba County started February 18, 2021 (Winter Storm Uri), lasting 94 hours and leaving up to 14,123 customers without power (57% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Neshoba County, with 67 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Neshoba County earns a Reliability Grade of D, placing it in the 29th 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 Neshoba County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Madison County | D | 28th |
| Panola County | D | 28th |
| Bolivar County | D | 31st |
| Yalobusha County | D | 31st |
| Clarke County | D | 25th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Neshoba County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Neshoba County recorded 485 outage events, averaging 2.2 hours each.
What is Neshoba County's reliability grade?
Neshoba County has a Reliability Grade of D, in the 29th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Neshoba County?
The worst outage on record started February 18, 2021 (Winter Storm Uri), lasting 94 hours and affecting up to 14,123 customers.