Kings County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · California
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2021 | 0 hrs | 22,092 (35%) | Unnamed event |
| Apr 25, 2016 | 6 hrs | 19,643 (31%) | Unnamed event |
| Nov 30, 2023 | 5 hrs | 10,978 (17%) | Frost/Freeze |
| Sep 10, 2022 | 8 hrs | 10,460 (17%) | Hurricane Kay |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 2 hrs | 9,958 (16%) | Dense Fog |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Kings County recorded 717 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.0 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Kings County started September 18, 2021, lasting 0 hours and leaving up to 22,092 customers without power (35% of the county) at its peak.
December has historically been the worst month for outages in Kings County, with 71 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Kings County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 78th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in California
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Kings County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| San Benito County | B | 80th |
| Modoc County | B | 75th |
| Imperial County | B | 75th |
| San Francisco County | B | 73rd |
| Fresno County | B | 71st |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Kings County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Kings County recorded 717 outage events, averaging 2.0 hours each.
What is Kings County's reliability grade?
Kings County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 78th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Kings County?
The worst outage on record started September 18, 2021, lasting 0 hours and affecting up to 22,092 customers.