Albany Hit by Widespread Power Outage

Authorities investigating cause as over 2,900 customers affected

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Albany Police reported a widespread power outage affecting the city's Center Square, Park South, and Lincoln Park areas on Monday night. The outage is impacting streetlights, and authorities have not yet identified the cause. National Grid estimates restoration by 10:30 PM.

Why it matters

Power outages can pose safety risks, disrupt businesses and daily life, and reveal vulnerabilities in a city's infrastructure. Determining the cause is important to prevent future incidents and ensure reliable electricity service.

The details

According to police, the outage is affecting things like streetlights, so drivers are advised to use caution when traveling. National Grid, the local utility, says the outage is impacting over 2,900 customers and they estimate power will be restored by 10:30 PM on Monday.

  • The power outage was reported by Albany Police on Monday night.

The players

Albany Police

The local law enforcement agency responding to and investigating the power outage incident.

National Grid

The utility company serving the Albany area and working to restore power to the over 2,900 customers affected by the outage.

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What’s next

Authorities will continue to investigate the cause of the widespread power outage in Albany to determine if any infrastructure repairs or upgrades are needed to prevent future incidents.

The takeaway

Power outages can have significant impacts on a community, underscoring the importance of maintaining reliable and resilient electricity infrastructure. Prompt response and restoration efforts by local authorities and utility providers are critical during these types of incidents.