Alliant Energy
Wisconsin Power & Light Company · Investor-owned utility
Columbia County, Wisconsin · ZIP 53901
Power Outage in Portage, WI (53901)
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Outage history for Portage (53901)
Grade D1outages in the last 12 months
26.1 hwithout power (12 months)
26h 5maverage outage
26h 5mlongest outage
1 / 1this month / this year
Oct 16, 2026last confirmed outage
Since tracking began on October 16, 2026, neighbors in Portage have confirmed 1 outages totaling 26.1 hours without power. That is more than the Columbia County average of 0.2 outages per ZIP code.
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Fri, Oct 16, 2026 3:47 PM – Oct 17, 5:52 PM26h 5m Confirmed by 5 neighbors · auto-closed
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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)
Adams-Columbia Electric Co-op
Electric cooperative
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.
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🧊 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 53901 in Columbia County, Wisconsin. Report an outage or restoration and see what people nearby are reporting.
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Nearby ZIP codes in Columbia County – live status
| ZIP | City | Status now | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53954 | Pardeeville | No reports | — |
| 53955 | Poynette | No reports | — |
| 53960 | Rio | No reports | — |
| 53555 | Lodi | No reports | — |
| 53911 | Arlington | No reports | — |
| 53923 | Cambria | No reports | — |
| 53932 | Fall River | No reports | — |
| 53925 | Columbus | No reports | — |
Neighbors' updates for Portage
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Power outage questions for Portage
Is there a power outage in Portage, WI (53901) right now?
There are no recent community reports of a power outage in Portage, WI 53901. 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 53901?
Electricity in ZIP code 53901 (Columbia County, Wisconsin) is provided by Alliant Energy or Adams-Columbia Electric Co-op, 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 Portage?
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 53901?
In the last 30 days the community reported 1 outage(s) in 53901 (0 in the last 7 days). The average outage lasted 26h 5m and the longest 26h 5m. Reliability grade: D (poor – frequent outages).
Are there planned power outages in Portage?
No scheduled maintenance outage is listed for 53901 right now. Utilities usually notify affected customers directly by phone, text or email.
What city and county is ZIP code 53901 in?
ZIP code 53901 is in Columbia County, Wisconsin. USPS primary city: Portage. 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 Portage, WI: what to do
This page tracks community reports of power outages for Portage, ZIP code 53901, in Columbia 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.