During the most recent Powerball lottery event, enthusiasts across the United States eagerly anticipated a jackpot surpassing $150 million. According to the latest update from our news portal, the grand prize has now inched closer to the substantial threshold of $200 million after the drawing on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 failed to produce any ticket matching all winning numbers.

Winning Numbers Revealed for Wednesday, February 18

The combination drawn for the white balls consisted of 9, 33, 52, 64, and 66, complemented by the red Powerball number 1. Additionally, the Power Play multiplier was set at 2x, potentially doubling non-jackpot prizes. Those following the draw can also view a live update embedded below from the official Twitter account of LottifyApp.

Current Status of the Powerball Jackpot

Prior to the drawing on February 18, the Powerball jackpot had already soared to an impressive figure, reflecting the growing anticipation among players nationwide. With no winning ticket emerging in the latest round, the prize fund continues to accumulate, edging ever closer to the coveted $200 million milestone, as reported by our news outlet.