Kent County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Delaware
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 2020 | 2 hrs | 10,992 (11%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Mar 16, 2016 | 1 hrs | 10,108 (10%) | Unnamed event |
| Apr 15, 2019 | 6 hrs | 9,117 (9%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Oct 5, 2016 | 1 hrs | 8,464 (9%) | Heavy Rain |
| Jul 28, 2016 | 6 hrs | 8,182 (8%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Kent County recorded 608 distinct power outage events, averaging 1.6 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Kent County started July 7, 2020 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 2 hours and leaving up to 10,992 customers without power (11% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Kent County, with 89 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Kent County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 91st percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Delaware
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Kent County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Sussex County | A | 90th |
| New Castle County | B | 64th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Kent County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Kent County recorded 608 outage events, averaging 1.6 hours each.
What is Kent County's reliability grade?
Kent County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 91st national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Kent County?
The worst outage on record started July 7, 2020 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 2 hours and affecting up to 10,992 customers.