Power Outage in Piedmont, SC

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Power outage in Piedmont, South Carolina? Contact your local utility company.

Duke Energy
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Blue Ridge Electric Coop
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Laurens Electric Cooperative
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Greer CPW
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Piedmont Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

April 9, 2020 - Thunderstorm Wind

Public reported multiple trees blown down and minor structural damage just west of I-85 in the Powdersville and Piedmont areas. Power poles were also snapped near the Highway 86 and I-85 intersection.

Piedmont - Powdersville
July 2, 2015 - Thunderstorm Wind

County comms reported a tree blown down on Bonanza Cir. HAM radio operator reported a tree and power lines blown down on Vinewood St.

Powdersville - Piedmont
September 8, 2012 - Thunderstorm Wind

Trees and power lines were blown down in the Piedmont area. Highway Patrol also reported a tree down on Garrison Rd near highway 25.

Piedmont - Woodville
July 5, 2011 - Thunderstorm Wind

Multiple trees and power lines were blown down between Mountain Springs Rd and highway 86.

Piedmont - Piedmont
July 4, 2004 - Thunderstorm Wind

Power lines were blown down at the intersection of highways 81 and 153.

Piedmont - Piedmont

News

Power outage impacts south, southwest Winston-Salem | FOX8 WGHP Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — A power outage is impacted a large swath of Winston-Salem early this afternoon. Winston-Salem police say that this outage is mainly impacted the south and southwest portions of the city. Traffic lights were out at several major intersections, including along Peters Creek Parkway, Stratford Road, the Hanes Mall area, Country Club […]

Oct 4, 2022

Greensboro neighborhood dealing with power outages after storm | FOX8 WGHP Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal

GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Some people living in the Hamilton Forest neighborhood in Greensboro were without electricity and running water for nearly 72 hours. Around two dozen Duke Energy lineworkers restored the power in the community Monday afternoon. “We lose power very quickly, and it takes a while to get it back,” said Richard Ranieri, […]

Oct 3, 2022

North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Ian. Live updates on storm

Already, Ian has devastated parts of Florida and left damage in Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina as it now moves through central Virginia

Oct 2, 2022

North Carolina: Gusty wind, rain causes power outages

Power out? Find out how to report power outages to Duke Energy and other companies in your area in North Carolina.

Oct 1, 2022

Duke Energy ready for Ian’s impacts; widespread, multiday outages expected across both states | Duke Energy | News Center

With Hurricane Ian’s imminent landfall expected along South Carolina’s coast, Duke Energy is prepared and urges customers to ready themselves, as well.

Sep 30, 2022

Fallen trees in Piedmont Triad damage homes, knock out power for around 350,000 people across NC | FOX8 WGHP Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal

THOMASVILLE, N.C. (WGHP) — Fallen trees are causing problems on Friday afternoon as the remnants of Hurricane Ian continue to cause storms in the Piedmont Triad. Gary Gray, his wife and son were at their home on Arden Place in High Point, when they heard a loud noise. “It almost sounded like you could hear […]

Sep 30, 2022

Hurricane Ian Live Updates: DeSantis to give damage update

Hurricane Ian updates: Gov. Ron DeSantis will give an update on the efforts made in the wake of Hurricane Ian’s devastation in Florida from the state Emergency Operations Center in Tallahassee on Friday morning.

Sep 30, 2022

Ian: How to report an outage in North Carolina | wcnc.com

Here's how you can report a utility outage to some of the major service providers in the Charlotte area.

Sep 30, 2022

Tracking Ian rain and wind in the Piedmont Triad | Live Updates | wfmynews2.com

WFMY News 2 is bringing you live Friday updates on weather conditions, Duke Energy power outages, damage, and flooding from Ian across the Greensboro area.

Sep 30, 2022

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Sep 29, 2022

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Power outage since early yesterday morning at 115 Brookside Ln Piedmont SC 29673. Live power lines down on Elrod Rd Piedmont SC since early yesterday morning..

Anders | October 29, 2020  

Power outage 519 Yaylor Ave NW Piedmont Ok 73078. Thank you.

John Ross | August 14, 2018  

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Power Outage FAQs

What is Power Outage?

Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.

What Causes Power Outages?

  • Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.

What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?

  • Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
  • Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
  • Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
  • Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.

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Piedmont, South Carolina

City Piedmont
County Greenville
State South Carolina (SC)
Country United States
Zip Codes 29673

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