As of 2:40 p.m., dozens of businesses along the western section of Gilman Boulevard were still without power, following an electricity outage in Issaquah early this morning.

At least 40 businesses in Issaquah were without power this morning, as electricity connection issues plagued Gilman Boulevard.

Workers at The Reporter office were just some of the staff who arrived at work this morning to darkness.

The blackout seems to be affecting businesses on the southern side of Gilman Boulevard, toward the 17th Avenue intersection.

Puget Sound Energy was notified. Power was returned to some businesses at about 1:30 p.m.

To report an outage, of to get an update, phone 1-888-225-5773.