Pulaski County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Kentucky
Worse than average — more frequent or longer outages than most counties. How grades are calculated
Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2021 | 66 hrs | 14,885 (35%) | Ice Storm |
| Mar 3, 2023 | 55 hrs | 13,765 (33%) | High Wind |
| May 26, 2024 | 60 hrs | 11,609 (27%) | Heavy Rain |
| May 17, 2025 | 133 hrs | 7,741 (18%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Sep 2, 2020 | 2 hrs | 6,994 (17%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Pulaski County recorded 688 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.8 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Pulaski County started February 15, 2021 (Ice Storm), lasting 66 hours and leaving up to 14,885 customers without power (35% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Pulaski County, with 91 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Pulaski County earns a Reliability Grade of D, placing it in the 33rd 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 Pulaski County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Hart County | D | 33rd |
| Robertson County | D | 33rd |
| Harlan County | D | 32nd |
| Russell County | D | 31st |
| Trigg County | D | 35th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Pulaski County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Pulaski County recorded 688 outage events, averaging 2.8 hours each.
What is Pulaski County's reliability grade?
Pulaski County has a Reliability Grade of D, in the 33rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Pulaski County?
The worst outage on record started February 15, 2021 (Ice Storm), lasting 66 hours and affecting up to 14,885 customers.