Power Restored for 1,615 Bend Residents After Northeast Outage, Cause Under Investigation

Pacific Power has successfully restored electricity to all customers affected by the recent outage in northeast Bend. According to the utility’s latest outage map, power interruptions impacting 1,615 customers in ZIP code 97701 have been fully resolved.

The outage began at 6:47 p.m. local time last Saturday and crews were promptly dispatched to investigate and repair the issue. Restoration efforts were completed before the 10 p.m. deadline initially estimated by Pacific Power.

Details of the Outage

1. Number of customers affected: 1,615
2. Location: Northeast Bend, ZIP code 97701
3. Start time: 6:47 p.m. Pacific Time
4. Expected restoration time: Before 10 p.m. Pacific Time
5. Status: Power fully restored; cause under investigation

Residents reported experiencing flickering lights and outages in neighborhoods near Butler Market and High Desert Lane. Pacific Power confirmed that its repair crews were on-site quickly to address the disruption and have communicated a full restoration of services.

While the outage’s root cause remains unknown, Pacific Power has a history of outages in the Bend area linked to equipment failures and weather conditions. The utility recommends residents remain cautious around downed power lines and promptly report any issues through their official channels.

For real-time information during outages, customers can visit Pacific Power’s outage map or text "OUT" to 722797 for updates. Pacific Power continues to monitor the situation closely and will provide further details as they become available.

This recent power restoration marks the conclusion of what Pacific Power describes as an isolated outage event. Local authorities and the utility reinforce the importance of safety and preparedness among residents in case of future power interruptions.