Snyder County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Pennsylvania
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2018 | 2 hrs | 14,464 (67%) | Unnamed event |
| Feb 9, 2023 | 2 hrs | 8,046 (38%) | Unnamed event |
| May 4, 2019 | 2 hrs | 7,896 (37%) | Unnamed event |
| Sep 14, 2021 | 0 hrs | 4,810 (22%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Apr 29, 2025 | 22 hrs | 4,426 (21%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Snyder County recorded 504 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.9 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Snyder County started July 24, 2018, lasting 2 hours and leaving up to 14,464 customers without power (67% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Snyder County, with 59 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Snyder County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 67th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Pennsylvania
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Snyder County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Blair County | B | 67th |
| Lackawanna County | B | 68th |
| Somerset County | B | 70th |
| Lehigh County | B | 72nd |
| Montour County | B | 62nd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Snyder County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Snyder County recorded 504 outage events, averaging 2.9 hours each.
What is Snyder County's reliability grade?
Snyder County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 67th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Snyder County?
The worst outage on record started July 24, 2018, lasting 2 hours and affecting up to 14,464 customers.