On March 17, 2026, turbulent winds and heavy rain caused widespread power outages across Cape Cod, Massachusetts, affecting thousands of homes. At the height of the storm, power outages peaked at nearly 65,000 across the state, with Eversource reporting over 3,000 customers without power at one point. National Grid also faced significant disruptions, with more than 15,000 customers losing electricity.
The storm brought the highest wind gusts of 49 mph reported at Woods Hole, contributing to the outages. Jamie Ratliff, a spokesperson for Eversource, noted, “Strong winds brought trees and limbs down onto electric equipment causing outages.”
In addition to the power outages, the storm caused property damage, including a tree that fell onto a house in Attleboro, leading to precautionary power cuts. In Wakefield, a 100-foot pine tree fell on a home, causing significant damage.
As the storm continued, Eversource reported scattered outages throughout the day due to equipment damage. By late Monday evening, about 350 customers remained without power in Dennis, while crews were working to restore service to approximately 750 customers in Falmouth and Mashpee.
Further complicating the situation, a 54 mph gust was recorded in Woods Hole, indicating the severity of the weather conditions. Eversource continues to address a number of isolated outages as they work to restore power to affected areas.
Cheryl Robinson, a resident impacted by the storm, expressed her concern, stating, “He would have been killed. Because that bathroom was devastated.” This highlights the potential dangers posed by such severe weather events.
Officials from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) are monitoring the situation closely and are prepared to assist in recovery efforts as needed. The agency emphasizes the importance of safety during such storms, especially with the risk of falling trees and debris.
As Eversource and National Grid work to restore power, residents are urged to stay informed about updates and safety measures. The situation remains dynamic, and further developments are expected as recovery efforts continue.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the full extent of the damage and the timeline for complete restoration of power across the affected areas.
