NorthWestern Energy
Investor-owned utility
Broadwater County, Montana · ZIP 59644
Power Outage in Townsend, MT (59644)
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Outage history for Townsend (59644)
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Since tracking began on October 24, 2026, neighbors in Townsend have confirmed 0 outages totaling 0.0 hours without power.
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Sat, Oct 24, 2026 11:55 AM – Oct 25, 11:55 AM24h Unconfirmed (1 report)
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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
State help
Montana Disaster and Emergency Services
State emergency management: disaster declarations, shelters and recovery information.
Montana Public Service Commission
Utility regulator: file a complaint if your utility does not resolve an outage, billing or shut-off problem.
211 Montana
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 59644 in Broadwater County, Montana. Report an outage or restoration and see what people nearby are reporting.
Recent reports in this area
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Auto-resolved Townsend “Resolved automatically: no new outage reports for 24 hours”
Nearby ZIP codes in Broadwater County – live status
| ZIP | City | Status now | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59641 | Radersburg | No reports | — |
| 59647 | Winston | No reports | — |
| 59643 | Toston | No reports | — |
Neighbors' updates for Townsend
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Power outage questions for Townsend
Is there a power outage in Townsend, MT (59644) right now?
Current status: Resolved automatically. No new outage reports for 24 hours, so the outage was closed 3 hours ago.
Who is the electric company for 59644?
Electricity in ZIP code 59644 (Broadwater County, Montana) is provided by NorthWestern Energy, 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 Townsend?
Report it to your utility: 1-888-467-2669 (NorthWestern 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 59644?
In the last 30 days the community reported 1 outage(s) in 59644 (1 in the last 7 days). The average outage lasted 24h and the longest 24h. Reliability grade: D (poor – frequent outages).
Are there planned power outages in Townsend?
No scheduled maintenance outage is listed for 59644 right now. Utilities usually notify affected customers directly by phone, text or email.
What city and county is ZIP code 59644 in?
ZIP code 59644 is in Broadwater County, Montana. USPS primary city: Townsend. Area code(s): 406.
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 Townsend, MT: what to do
This page tracks community reports of power outages for Townsend, ZIP code 59644, in Broadwater County, Montana. 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.