North Seattle Power Outage Affects Thousands, Disrupts Schools
A power outage impacted over 6,000 customers in North Seattle on Friday morning, causing delays at Shoreline schools.
Seattle Tacoma, WA, October 9, 2026 —
A significant power outage occurred in North Seattle on Friday morning, affecting more than 6,000 residential and commercial customers. The outage, which began Friday morning, led to widespread disruptions across the affected areas.
Shoreline schools reported delays in their morning operations due to the power interruption. Specific details regarding the cause of the outage, the exact duration of the power loss for affected customers, or the estimated time of restoration were not immediately available. The utility company responsible for providing power in North Seattle was not identified in the available information.
The scope of the outage was substantial, impacting a large customer base across multiple neighborhoods. This led to various challenges for residents and businesses, including interruptions to daily routines and services.
The impact on Shoreline schools necessitated adjustments to their schedules. While the extent of these delays was not specified, the power disruption directly influenced the start of the school day for students and staff. Further details on any specific school closures or modified schedules were not provided.
Efforts to identify the cause and restore power were underway following the outage. The situation highlights the reliance on consistent power supply for essential services like education and commerce. Information regarding the utility provider or any repair timelines was not disclosed.
Story summarized from the original created by Jim.Jensen@fox.com (Jim Jensen) on www.fox13seattle.com, see more information here.
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