Tens of Thousands Still Without Power in Northwest Indiana After Deadly Storms
Tens of thousands of residents in northwest Indiana are still without power more than a week after deadly storms caused widespread damage, knocking down trees and power lines. The sole utility provider, Northern Indiana Public Service Co., has restored power…
Fort Myers Naples, FL, August 19, 2026 —
More than a week after severe storms swept through northwest Indiana, tens of thousands of residents remain without electricity. The deadly weather event caused extensive damage, leading to downed trees and power lines across the region.
Northern Indiana Public Service Co. (NIPSCO), the sole utility provider in the area, has been working to restore power. While electricity has been returned to a majority of affected customers, approximately 85,000 individuals are still in the dark. The outages are particularly concentrated in cities like Gary, where many residents continue to face challenges due to the prolonged loss of power.
The full extent of the damage from the storms, which led to widespread power disruptions, is still being assessed. Information regarding the specific timeline for full power restoration for the remaining 85,000 customers has not been provided.
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