Seneca 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2020 | 0 hrs | 4,933 (14%) | Unnamed event |
| Sep 11, 2020 | 0 hrs | 4,933 (14%) | Unnamed event |
| Sep 11, 2020 | 0 hrs | 4,933 (14%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 10, 2020 | 27 hrs | 4,930 (14%) | Tropical Storm Cristobal |
| Sep 15, 2020 | 1 hrs | 4,923 (14%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Seneca County recorded 217 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.7 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Seneca County started September 11, 2020, lasting 0 hours and leaving up to 4,933 customers without power (14% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Seneca County, with 29 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Seneca County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 87th 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 Seneca County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Union County | A | 87th |
| Williams County | A | 87th |
| Wood County | A | 88th |
| Auglaize County | A | 90th |
| Marion County | A | 84th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Seneca County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Seneca County recorded 217 outage events, averaging 2.7 hours each.
What is Seneca County's reliability grade?
Seneca County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 87th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Seneca County?
The worst outage on record started September 11, 2020, lasting 0 hours and affecting up to 4,933 customers.