Pitt 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2025 | 12 hrs | 23,397 (24%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 5, 2025 | 3 hrs | 23,397 (24%) | Unnamed event |
| Mar 23, 2024 | 3 hrs | 20,438 (21%) | Unnamed event |
| Apr 17, 2025 | 0 hrs | 11,394 (12%) | Unnamed event |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 7 hrs | 7,542 (8%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Pitt County recorded 249 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.3 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Pitt County started June 6, 2025, lasting 12 hours and leaving up to 23,397 customers without power (24% of the county) at its peak.
November has historically been the worst month for outages in Pitt County, with 38 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Pitt County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 85th 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 Pitt County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Pender County | A | 83rd |
| Wilson County | A | 83rd |
| Chowan County | A | 83rd |
| Edgecombe County | A | 90th |
| Pasquotank County | A | 93rd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Pitt County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Pitt County recorded 249 outage events, averaging 3.3 hours each.
What is Pitt County's reliability grade?
Pitt County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 85th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Pitt County?
The worst outage on record started June 6, 2025, lasting 12 hours and affecting up to 23,397 customers.