On July 3, 2026, Hydro-Québec confirmed that more than 35,000 customers in southern Quebec remained without electricity after a series of severe thunderstorms swept the area. The utility said the outages persisted into the evening, affecting a wide swath of residential and commercial locations.
The storms were marked by strong, damaging winds that toppled trees and struck power infrastructure across the region. Fallen branches and whole trees came into contact with power lines, while the high winds also caused direct damage to poles and other equipment used by the electric grid.
Hydro-Québec crews have been dispatched to the affected zones and are working to clear debris, repair damaged components and restore service. The utility has not provided a specific timeline for full restoration, but it indicated that teams are operating around the clock to address the most critical areas first.
The event adds to a recent series of weather incidents that have tested the province’s electrical network. While no injuries were reported in connection with the outages, the loss of power has left many households without heating, lighting and refrigeration. Residents in the impacted neighborhoods have been advised to follow safety precautions while waiting for power to be reinstated. The situation remains under close monitoring by Hydro-Québec and local emergency officials.