Overnight Storms Cause Widespread Power Outages in Kansas City Metro
Overnight storms in the Kansas City metro area have caused downed power lines and widespread power outages, with Evergy reporting over 6,500 customers without electricity. Some downed lines were reported near an apartment complex on NW Harlem Road, east of…
Kansas City, MO, August 19, 2026 —
Overnight storms swept through the Kansas City metropolitan area, leaving a trail of downed power lines and causing significant electricity disruptions for thousands of residents.
Evergy, the region’s primary utility provider, reported that as of the morning following the storms, more than 6,500 customers were without power. The full extent of the outages and the timeline for restoration were not immediately provided.
Specific incidents related to the storm’s impact include reports of downed power lines in the vicinity of an apartment complex located on NW Harlem Road. This area is situated east of the downtown airport. In that same general location, downed lines were also reported to be obstructing a roadway, raising immediate safety concerns for local traffic.
The exact cause of the widespread outages is attributed to the severe weather conditions experienced overnight. Information regarding specific damage assessments, repair crews deployed, or the number of incidents requiring immediate attention beyond the Harlem Road location was not detailed.
Residents affected by the power outages are advised to exercise caution, particularly in areas where downed power lines have been reported. Further updates on restoration efforts and the number of customers still without power are expected from Evergy as assessments are completed.
Story summarized from the original created by Jamie Peters on www.kshb.com, see more information here.
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