Salt Lake County experienced significant power outages affecting over 18,500 customers due to a substation failure. The incident occurred on a Friday afternoon, as reported by Rocky Mountain Power (RMP).
Details of the Power Outage
Officials indicated that the outage stemmed from the loss of a substation, although they did not disclose the specific cause. The initial assessment suggested that repairs could take approximately six hours to complete, leading to an anticipated restoration time by 8:30 PM.
Restoration Updates
By 3 PM, Rocky Mountain Power effectively restored electricity to nearly 13,000 customers. However, around 5,500 customers remained without power, with updates suggesting that some could remain offline until 10:30 PM.
Affected Areas
The majority of those impacted resided in Millcreek, particularly along the Murray-Holladay border. The remaining outages were concentrated within the Millcreek region.
Customer Notifications
To stay informed about the situation, affected residents can text “STAT” to 759677 for real-time updates. Additionally, RMP encourages customers to check their website for the latest information.
- Outage Impact: Over 18,500 customers affected
- Peak Restoration: Nearly 13,000 customers restored by 3 PM
- Remaining Customers: Approx. 5,500 without power until 10:30 PM
- Main Areas Affected: Millcreek and Murray-Holladay border
The substation issues have raised concerns among residents, prompting inquiries about the reliability of local power infrastructure. El-Balad will continue to monitor the situation as it evolves.
