Alliant Energy
Wisconsin Power & Light Company · Investor-owned utility
Dane County, Wisconsin · ZIP 53597
Power Outage in Waunakee, WI (53597)
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Outage history for Waunakee (53597)
Grade B1outages in the last 12 months
0.6 hwithout power (12 months)
38 minaverage outage
38 minlongest outage
1 / 1this month / this year
Oct 13, 2026last confirmed outage
Since tracking began on October 13, 2026, neighbors in Waunakee have confirmed 1 outages totaling 0.6 hours without power.
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Recent outages
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Tue, Oct 13, 2026 5:06 PM – 5:44 PM38 min Confirmed by 34 neighbors
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Outage reports Restored reports
Built from community reports. Totals count confirmed outages (reported by two or more neighbors). Official outage records come from your utility.
Your electric utility & emergency numbers
911 Downed lines, fire, CO or medical emergencyReport the outage to your electric utility (check your bill if unsure)
Madison Gas & Electric Company
Investor-owned utility
We have not verified an outage number for this utility yet. Use the number on your electric bill or the utility’s website.
Village of Waunakee
Municipal utility
We have not verified an outage number for this utility yet. Use the number on your electric bill or the utility’s website.
State help
Wisconsin Emergency Management
State emergency management: disaster declarations, shelters and recovery information.
Public Service Commission of Wisconsin
Utility regulator: file a complaint if your utility does not resolve an outage, billing or shut-off problem.
211 Wisconsin
Dial 211 for warming/cooling centers, shelters, food and help paying utility bills.
Utility service areas come from U.S. Department of Energy / NREL data and can be approximate – the company on your electric bill is always right. Numbers were collected from official websites; tell us if one has changed. All emergency numbers →
Power out? Your outage toolkitFood-safety timer, safety checklist, low-battery version
Food-safety timer – start it when your power goes out. It keeps running even if you close this page.
Power out for 0 min
🧊 Refrigerator
Food stays safe for about 4 hours if the door stays closed.
❄️ Freezer, half full
About 24 hours if closed.
❄️ Freezer, full
About 48 hours if closed.
Over 4 hours: throw out refrigerated meat, poultry, seafood, milk, soft cheese, eggs and leftovers that have been above 40 °F for 2 hours or more. When in doubt, throw it out.
Times from FoodSafety.gov (USDA) guidance; they assume the doors stay closed.
While the power is out
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Live, neighbor-reported power status for ZIP code 53597 in Dane County, Wisconsin. Report an outage or restoration and see what people nearby are reporting.
Recent reports in this area
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Nearby ZIP codes in Dane County – live status
| ZIP | City | Status now | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53529 | Dane | No reports | — |
| 53598 | Windsor | No reports | — |
| 53562 | Middleton | No reports | — |
| 53532 | Deforest | No reports | — |
| 53704 | Madison | No reports | — |
| 53705 | Madison | No reports | — |
| 53726 | Madison | No reports | — |
| 53717 | Madison | No reports | — |
| 53703 | Madison | No reports | — |
| 53715 | Madison | No reports | — |
Neighbors' updates for Waunakee
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Power outage questions for Waunakee
Is there a power outage in Waunakee, WI (53597) right now?
There are no recent community reports of a power outage in Waunakee, WI 53597. That does not guarantee the power is on – if yours is out, report it on this page and to your utility.
Who is the electric company for 53597?
Electricity in ZIP code 53597 (Dane County, Wisconsin) is provided by Alliant Energy or Madison Gas & Electric Company or Village of Waunakee, according to U.S. Department of Energy (NREL) utility service-area data. Your electric bill shows your exact utility and account number.
How do I report a power outage in Waunakee?
Report it to your utility: 1-800-255-4268 (Alliant Energy). Have your account number or service address ready. You can also tap “Power is out” on this page so neighbors know. For downed lines or sparks, stay 35 feet away and call 911.
How often does the power go out in 53597?
In the last 30 days the community reported 1 outage(s) in 53597 (0 in the last 7 days). The average outage lasted 38 min and the longest 38 min. Reliability grade: B (good – rare, short outages).
Are there planned power outages in Waunakee?
No scheduled maintenance outage is listed for 53597 right now. Utilities usually notify affected customers directly by phone, text or email.
What city and county is ZIP code 53597 in?
ZIP code 53597 is in Dane County, Wisconsin. USPS primary city: Waunakee (also accepted: Middleton, Westport). Area code(s): 608.
What should I do when the power goes out?
Check your breaker panel, then report the outage to your utility. Keep fridge and freezer doors closed (food stays safe about 4 hours in a closed fridge and 48 hours in a full freezer). Unplug sensitive electronics. Never run a generator, grill or camp stove indoors or in a garage. If someone relies on medical equipment or it is dangerously hot or cold, call 911 or dial 211 for the nearest cooling or warming center.
Power outage in Waunakee, WI: what to do
This page tracks community reports of power outages for Waunakee, ZIP code 53597, in Dane County, Wisconsin. When someone nearby reports an outage, the status above updates within seconds; when the lights come back on, tapping "Power is back" helps everyone know.
Always report the outage to your electric utility as well – this site does not notify utilities. For downed power lines, sparking equipment, fire or carbon monoxide, stay away and call 911.