Kent County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · Maryland
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2023 | 2 hrs | 3,994 (27%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 6, 2022 | 1 hrs | 3,919 (26%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 19, 2025 | 12 hrs | 3,486 (23%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Aug 15, 2016 | 9 hrs | 3,068 (20%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 20 hrs | 2,851 (19%) | Coastal Flood |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Kent County recorded 344 distinct power outage events, averaging 1.9 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Kent County started April 18, 2023, lasting 2 hours and leaving up to 3,994 customers without power (27% of the county) at its peak.
August has historically been the worst month for outages in Kent County, with 47 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Kent County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 86th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Maryland
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Kent County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Talbot County | A | 84th |
| Wicomico County | A | 88th |
| Dorchester County | A | 83rd |
| St. Mary's County | A | 81st |
| Charles County | A | 80th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Kent County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Kent County recorded 344 outage events, averaging 1.9 hours each.
What is Kent County's reliability grade?
Kent County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 86th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Kent County?
The worst outage on record started April 18, 2023, lasting 2 hours and affecting up to 3,994 customers.