Gaston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2024 | 117 hrs | 52,626 (39%) | Tropical Storm |
| May 8, 2024 | 56 hrs | 31,026 (23%) | Tornado |
| Aug 8, 2024 | 34 hrs | 22,752 (17%) | Tropical Storm Debby |
| Jul 9, 2016 | 48 hrs | 12,054 (9%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Oct 29, 2020 | 37 hrs | 9,482 (7%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Gaston County recorded 1,078 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.3 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Gaston County started September 27, 2024 (Tropical Storm), lasting 117 hours and leaving up to 52,626 customers without power (39% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Gaston County, with 137 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Gaston County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 41st 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 Gaston County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Bertie County | C | 42nd |
| Rowan County | C | 42nd |
| Gates County | C | 41st |
| Lee County | C | 41st |
| Alamance County | C | 41st |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Gaston County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Gaston County recorded 1,078 outage events, averaging 3.3 hours each.
What is Gaston County's reliability grade?
Gaston County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 41st national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Gaston County?
The worst outage on record started September 27, 2024 (Tropical Storm), lasting 117 hours and affecting up to 52,626 customers.