Thousands without power in Bozeman area

Power lines downed after powerful windstorm

Thousands of Bozeman-area residents have no electricity Tuesday, December 6, 2023, after a windstorm pushed through overnight. The storm brought a gust of wind of 55 mph, which caused trees and storm debris to fall onto power lines.

According to Bozeman Daily Chronicle, areas most affected by outages are Sourdough Canyon Road and Bozeman Pass.

Quick restoration

NorthWestern Energy crews are currently assessing the damage and working to restore power as quickly as possible. The company said they expect most customers to have their power back by Tuesday night or Wednesday morning.

Stay informed

Customers can stay informed about the progress of restoration efforts by visiting the NorthWestern Energy website or calling their customer service line at 1-888-467-2669.

Stay safe

NorthWestern Energy reminds residents to stay away from downed power lines and to report any downed power lines to 911. Customers should also be aware of the potential for flooding and other hazards following a storm.