Saturday’s highly anticipated $1.3 billion Powerball jackpot drawing was delayed due to one lottery jurisdiction needing additional time to complete security procedures. The drawing, originally scheduled for 10:59 p.m. ET, was postponed in order to ensure that every ticket sold nationwide has been properly checked and verified against two different computer systems. This is to guarantee that each ticket has an equal chance to win. Customers were advised to hold on to their tickets until the drawing is completed under the supervision of lottery security officials and independent auditors.
While there was no indication of when the next drawing would take place, Powerball drawings are typically held three times a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. The estimated $1.3 billion jackpot would be the fourth-largest in Powerball history.
The delay in the drawing was necessary to maintain the integrity and fairness of the lottery process. The Multi-State Lottery Association, which oversees the Powerball game, emphasized the importance of following strict procedures to ensure that the jackpot is awarded fairly to a deserving winner. Players eagerly awaiting the results were reminded to remain patient and vigilant as the drawing was rescheduled to take place following the completion of security checks.
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