Halifax County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · North Carolina
Better than average — fewer or shorter 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2025 | 47 hrs | 10,700 (31%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Oct 12, 2018 | 39 hrs | 7,286 (21%) | Tropical Storm Michael |
| Jun 1, 2019 | 5 hrs | 4,647 (13%) | Hail |
| Oct 8, 2016 | 27 hrs | 3,807 (11%) | Hurricane Matthew |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 22 hrs | 3,254 (9%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Halifax County recorded 459 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.7 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Halifax County started May 16, 2025 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 47 hours and leaving up to 10,700 customers without power (31% of the county) at its peak.
September has historically been the worst month for outages in Halifax County, with 57 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Halifax County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 66th 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 Halifax County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Hertford County | B | 67th |
| Perquimans County | B | 67th |
| Greene County | B | 66th |
| Franklin County | B | 64th |
| Cabarrus County | B | 62nd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Halifax County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Halifax County recorded 459 outage events, averaging 2.7 hours each.
What is Halifax County's reliability grade?
Halifax County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 66th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Halifax County?
The worst outage on record started May 16, 2025 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 47 hours and affecting up to 10,700 customers.