Hale County Power Outage History
2017–2025 · Alabama
Average — typical outage frequency and duration nationally. How grades are calculated
Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 16, 2025 | 38 hrs | 5,262 (46%) | Unnamed event |
| May 4, 2021 | 11 hrs | 3,008 (26%) | Unnamed event |
| Aug 20, 2020 | 0 hrs | 2,722 (24%) | Unnamed event |
| Sep 19, 2024 | 0 hrs | 2,709 (24%) | Unnamed event |
| Jul 25, 2025 | 0 hrs | 2,706 (24%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 9 years from 2017 to 2025, Hale County recorded 709 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.2 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Hale County started February 16, 2025, lasting 38 hours and leaving up to 5,262 customers without power (46% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Hale County, with 86 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Hale County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 46th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Alabama
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Hale County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Shelby County | C | 44th |
| Henry County | C | 44th |
| St. Clair County | C | 44th |
| Cullman County | C | 49th |
| Sumter County | C | 49th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Hale County?
Between 2017 and 2025, Hale County recorded 709 outage events, averaging 3.2 hours each.
What is Hale County's reliability grade?
Hale County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 46th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Hale County?
The worst outage on record started February 16, 2025, lasting 38 hours and affecting up to 5,262 customers.