Bertie County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · North Carolina
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 2020 | 62 hrs | 5,381 (33%) | Tropical Storm Isaias |
| Oct 8, 2016 | 72 hrs | 4,501 (28%) | Heavy Rain |
| Jan 28, 2021 | 32 hrs | 2,697 (17%) | Winter Weather |
| Jun 20, 2019 | 10 hrs | 2,363 (14%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jan 16, 2022 | 4 hrs | 2,174 (13%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Bertie County recorded 758 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.8 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Bertie County started August 4, 2020 (Tropical Storm Isaias), lasting 62 hours and leaving up to 5,381 customers without power (33% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Bertie County, with 94 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Bertie County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 42nd percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in North Carolina
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Bertie County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Gaston County | C | 41st |
| Rowan County | C | 42nd |
| Gates County | C | 41st |
| Lee County | C | 41st |
| Mecklenburg County | C | 42nd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Bertie County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Bertie County recorded 758 outage events, averaging 2.8 hours each.
What is Bertie County's reliability grade?
Bertie County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 42nd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Bertie County?
The worst outage on record started August 4, 2020 (Tropical Storm Isaias), lasting 62 hours and affecting up to 5,381 customers.