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Thousands in Utah Plunged into Darkness
28 Aug
Summary
- Over 12,000 residents in Washington County are without power.
- Power restoration is anticipated for early morning on August 28.
- Residents are advised to treat non-working traffic signals as four-way stops.
As of the early morning hours of August 28, 2026, a widespread power outage has impacted over 12,000 residents in Washington County, Utah. Areas affected include St. George and Ivins, with thousands experiencing a loss of electricity.
Rocky Mountain Power crews are currently investigating the cause of the extensive outages. Initial estimates suggest that power should be restored by the early morning hours of August 28. The St. George Police Department has acknowledged the situation and issued a crucial advisory to the public.
Authorities are requesting that residents refrain from calling 911 unless there is a genuine emergency. This measure is to ensure that emergency services are not unnecessarily burdened and can attend to critical situations. Furthermore, the police department is reminding the public that any traffic signals that are non-operational due to the outage must be treated as a four-way stop to maintain safety on the roads.
