Laurel County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Kentucky
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 15, 2021 | 65 hrs | 15,796 (44%) | Ice Storm |
| Nov 12, 2025 | 0 hrs | 10,904 (30%) | Unnamed event |
| May 17, 2025 | 112 hrs | 8,840 (25%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Mar 3, 2023 | 73 hrs | 7,360 (21%) | High Wind |
| Oct 15, 2025 | 4 hrs | 5,503 (15%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Laurel County recorded 383 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.2 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Laurel County started February 15, 2021 (Ice Storm), lasting 65 hours and leaving up to 15,796 customers without power (44% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Laurel County, with 47 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Laurel County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 47th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Kentucky
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Laurel County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Christian County | C | 47th |
| Cumberland County | C | 47th |
| Jefferson County | C | 48th |
| Knox County | C | 48th |
| Caldwell County | C | 48th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Laurel County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Laurel County recorded 383 outage events, averaging 3.2 hours each.
What is Laurel County's reliability grade?
Laurel County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 47th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Laurel County?
The worst outage on record started February 15, 2021 (Ice Storm), lasting 65 hours and affecting up to 15,796 customers.