City of Augusta has Scheduled an Overnight Power Outage
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 3, 2026
City of Augusta Announces Planned Overnight Power Outage for Critical Grid Repairs
Augusta — City Manager Josh Shaw announces that the City will conduct a planned,
citywide power outage later this month to complete necessary repairs to the main
electrical tie. The work will require a full grid shutdown and cannot be completed while the
system is energized.
The outage is scheduled to occur the night of Wednesday, March 18 into the early hours
of Thursday March 19 from approximately midnight to 2:00 AM OR Wednesday, March 25
into the early hours of Thursday, March 26, contingent upon weather conditions. Repairs
are anticipated to take two hours or less.
These repairs are critical to maintaining the reliability and safety of Augusta’s electric
system. Performing the work overnight is intended to minimize disruption to residents and
businesses.
Residents and business owners are encouraged to:
- Make any necessary arrangements in advance of the outage.
- Plan for temporary power loss lasting up to two hours.
- Check backup power systems, alarms, and sensitive electronic equipment.
- Help notify neighbors, family members, and others who may not receive this
announcement directly.
Additional reminders and confirmation of the exact outage date will be shared closer to the
scheduled repair, once weather conditions are confirmed.
The City appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as we complete this
essential infrastructure work. For questions or additional information, please contact the
City of Augusta at (316) 775-4510.
Josh Shaw, City Manager
City of Augusta
