Edgecombe County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · North Carolina
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2023 | 7 hrs | 4,195 (11%) | Unnamed event |
| Aug 29, 2022 | 4 hrs | 4,152 (11%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 14, 2025 | 2 hrs | 2,994 (8%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 19, 2025 | 1 hrs | 2,621 (7%) | Unnamed event |
| Mar 26, 2024 | 1 hrs | 2,616 (7%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Edgecombe County recorded 306 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.1 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Edgecombe County started May 22, 2023, lasting 7 hours and leaving up to 4,195 customers without power (11% of the county) at its peak.
August has historically been the worst month for outages in Edgecombe County, with 45 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Edgecombe County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 90th 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 Edgecombe County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Pasquotank County | A | 93rd |
| Pitt County | A | 85th |
| Pender County | A | 83rd |
| Wilson County | A | 83rd |
| Chowan County | A | 83rd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Edgecombe County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Edgecombe County recorded 306 outage events, averaging 3.1 hours each.
What is Edgecombe County's reliability grade?
Edgecombe County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 90th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Edgecombe County?
The worst outage on record started May 22, 2023, lasting 7 hours and affecting up to 4,195 customers.