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Storm damage leaves over 20,000 without power across western Connecticut

Residents are being urged to check with their utility companies for the latest information on when service may return.

News 12 Staff

Mar 17, 2026, 7:00 AM

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Over 20,000 customers are without power today across western Connecticut after storms brought down trees and power lines.

Eversource reports 20,067 customers without electricity. United Illuminating has restored power to all of its customers.

Many estimated restoration times remain pending, and crews have not released updated timetables for several outages.

Residents are being urged to check with their utility companies for the latest information on when service may return.

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