Fulton County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · New York
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2022 | 61 hrs | 13,567 (45%) | Winter Storm |
| Feb 29, 2024 | 49 hrs | 8,137 (27%) | High Wind |
| Dec 29, 2025 | 40 hrs | 7,983 (26%) | Winter Weather |
| Jun 22, 2021 | 5 hrs | 7,382 (24%) | Unnamed event |
| Nov 1, 2019 | 66 hrs | 7,186 (24%) | Strong Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Fulton County recorded 485 distinct power outage events, averaging 4.2 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Fulton County started April 19, 2022 (Winter Storm), lasting 61 hours and leaving up to 13,567 customers without power (45% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Fulton County, with 67 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Fulton County earns a Reliability Grade of D, placing it in the 25th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
Sized for Fulton 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 New York
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Fulton County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Rensselaer County | D | 25th |
| Otsego County | D | 25th |
| Schoharie County | D | 26th |
| Saratoga County | D | 24th |
| Greene County | D | 23rd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Fulton County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Fulton County recorded 485 outage events, averaging 4.2 hours each.
What is Fulton County's reliability grade?
Fulton County has a Reliability Grade of D, in the 25th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Fulton County?
The worst outage on record started April 19, 2022 (Winter Storm), lasting 61 hours and affecting up to 13,567 customers.