Mud Island went dark Wednesday afternoon, leaving more than 3,200 Memphis Light, Gas and Water customers without electricity across the riverfront peninsula. Homes and some riverfront businesses lost service as utility crews rushed in to get the lights back on.
According to LocalMemphis, the outage on Mud Island affected over 3,200 customers, with repairs expected to wrap up around 3:30 p.m. on March 11, 2026. The outlet reported that crews were on the ground and keeping an eye on restoration progress.
Areas Hit And What The Map Shows
Per the MLGW outage map, the nearby Vollentine‑Evergreen neighborhood showed more than 2,200 people without power, with crews listed as actively working to restore service. At the time of the report, the utility's online map did not list a cause for the outages.
How To Check Status And Report An Outage
Customers can monitor outage conditions on MLGW's outage map or report problems by calling the electric outage hotline at (901) 544‑6500. The City of Memphis also directs residents to contact MLGW for outage reporting and updates. For the most accurate restoration times and to report a service interruption, customers should use the outage resources linked by the city or the utility.
Why It Matters
Power cuts on Mud Island can quickly hit small businesses, riverfront attractions and nearby neighborhoods that depend on a relatively limited distribution network. MLGW has in recent months moved to beef up operations and backup capabilities, including property purchases and modernization efforts to shorten restoration times and improve resilience.
