United States Power Outage Tracker: Updates automatically every 15 minutes

United States Power Outage Tracker: Updates automatically every 15 minutes 
Retrieved from the internet 10/9/24 
As severe weather or blizzards threaten, this database aggregates power outage information from more than 1,000 companies nationwide. It will automatically update every 15 minutes. [Click here.]
Companion article: Florida power outage map: Track where power is out as Hurricane Milton approaches landfall. 
USA Today; by Julia Gomez and C.A. Bridges; 10/9/24 
Utility providers were preparing for over a million power outages when Hurricane Milton hits Florida, which comes as the state is still recovering from Hurricane Helene. More than 25,000 outages had already been reported in Florida by 1:15 p.m. ET Wednesday, according to the USA TODAY power outage tracker, with many more expected as Milton approaches landfall late Wednesday night or early Thursday morning. [You can follow the latest outage numbers by clicking here.]
Editor's note: For all affected by Hurricane Milton--evacuees, first responders, long distance family members and friends, colleagues, businesses, more. Stay informed about power outages in areas impacted by both Milton and Helene. The companion article provides important safety information about downed power lines, reporting outages, and more. (We are highlighting the map for your fast, easy access.) See "Today's Encouragement."