Cherokee County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Oklahoma
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2018 | 92 hrs | 3,480 (10%) | Tornado |
| Jun 18, 2023 | 21 hrs | 3,099 (9%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jun 18, 2025 | 17 hrs | 2,648 (8%) | Tornado |
| Aug 17, 2024 | 14 hrs | 2,518 (7%) | Excessive Heat |
| Apr 10, 2019 | 2 hrs | 2,499 (7%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Cherokee County recorded 292 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.1 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Cherokee County started December 1, 2018 (Tornado), lasting 92 hours and leaving up to 3,480 customers without power (10% of the county) at its peak.
May has historically been the worst month for outages in Cherokee County, with 46 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Cherokee County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 83rd percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Oklahoma
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Cherokee County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson County | A | 82nd |
| Haskell County | A | 82nd |
| Adair County | A | 89th |
| Greer County | A | 89th |
| Payne County | B | 75th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Cherokee County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Cherokee County recorded 292 outage events, averaging 3.1 hours each.
What is Cherokee County's reliability grade?
Cherokee County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 83rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Cherokee County?
The worst outage on record started December 1, 2018 (Tornado), lasting 92 hours and affecting up to 3,480 customers.