Wayne County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Indiana
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 19, 2025 | 4 hrs | 5,141 (13%) | Winter Weather |
| Jun 18, 2025 | 22 hrs | 2,773 (7%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jun 23, 2016 | 3 hrs | 2,631 (6%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Nov 5, 2022 | 5 hrs | 2,371 (6%) | Unnamed event |
| May 31, 2018 | 3 hrs | 2,335 (6%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Wayne County recorded 211 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.5 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Wayne County started December 19, 2025 (Winter Weather), lasting 4 hours and leaving up to 5,141 customers without power (13% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Wayne County, with 30 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Wayne 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 Indiana
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Wayne County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Hancock County | A | 92nd |
| Miami County | A | 92nd |
| Wells County | A | 88th |
| Jasper County | A | 94th |
| Boone County | A | 95th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Wayne County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Wayne County recorded 211 outage events, averaging 2.5 hours each.
What is Wayne County's reliability grade?
Wayne County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 91st national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Wayne County?
The worst outage on record started December 19, 2025 (Winter Weather), lasting 4 hours and affecting up to 5,141 customers.