A significant power outage affected a large area of Sault Ste. Marie and Prince Township today, shortly before 11 a.m. Multiple failures hit the PUC grid, leading to widespread darkness.
Details of the Power Outage
The outage impacted a total of 34,065 customers in the region. Currently, PUC is managing four distinct outages. The root cause of these disruptions remains under investigation.
PUC’s Response
Jairus Patterson, the communications and customer relations manager at PUC, confirmed that the organization is aware of the situation. He stated, “We’re aware of the outage and we’re currently investigating.”
Initial reports indicate that the entire city may not have been affected, but specific areas experienced significant power loss. PUC plans to issue further updates as more information becomes available.
Current Situation
Residents are urged to exercise caution and prepare for potential delays in normal services. As the investigation progresses, PUC will inform the public regarding restoration timelines and service updates.
