Worth County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Georgia
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2024 | 21 hrs | 2,851 (32%) | Hurricane Helene |
| Jun 20, 2019 | 12 hrs | 2,292 (26%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Aug 19, 2020 | 2 hrs | 1,837 (21%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 23, 2019 | 10 hrs | 1,637 (19%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Aug 8, 2023 | 6 hrs | 1,487 (17%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Worth County recorded 714 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.0 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Worth County started September 27, 2024 (Hurricane Helene), lasting 21 hours and leaving up to 2,851 customers without power (32% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Worth County, with 87 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Worth County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 45th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
Sized for Worth County's outage profile
See more picks in our Best Dual-Fuel Portable Generators for Power Outages roundup.
Champion Power Equipment 4375-Watt Dual Fuel RV Ready Portable Generator with Free 3-Year Warranty
Outage-prep kit
See our outage-prep guides.
Similar counties in Georgia
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Worth County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Bleckley County | C | 45th |
| Dodge County | C | 44th |
| Fulton County | C | 44th |
| Lee County | C | 45th |
| Tift County | C | 44th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Worth County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Worth County recorded 714 outage events, averaging 2.0 hours each.
What is Worth County's reliability grade?
Worth County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 45th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Worth County?
The worst outage on record started September 27, 2024 (Hurricane Helene), lasting 21 hours and affecting up to 2,851 customers.