Medina County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Ohio
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2017 | 48 hrs | 14,237 (20%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Apr 8, 2020 | 47 hrs | 13,584 (19%) | Tornado |
| Jun 15, 2022 | 5 hrs | 11,951 (17%) | Unnamed event |
| Mar 12, 2024 | 0 hrs | 11,428 (16%) | Unnamed event |
| Apr 1, 2023 | 53 hrs | 10,217 (14%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Medina County recorded 539 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.5 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Medina County started November 5, 2017 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 48 hours and leaving up to 14,237 customers without power (20% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Medina County, with 72 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Medina County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 72nd percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Ohio
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Medina County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Defiance County | B | 71st |
| Butler County | B | 71st |
| Henry County | B | 73rd |
| Madison County | B | 74th |
| Miami County | B | 74th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Medina County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Medina County recorded 539 outage events, averaging 2.5 hours each.
What is Medina County's reliability grade?
Medina County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 72nd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Medina County?
The worst outage on record started November 5, 2017 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 48 hours and affecting up to 14,237 customers.