Power Outage in Port Charlotte, FL

Did you lose power?

How to Report Power Outage

Power outage in Port Charlotte, Florida? Contact your local utility company.

Florida Power & Light
Report an Outage
(800) 468-8243 Report Online
View Outage Map
Outage Map
LCEC
Report an Outage
(800) 599-2356 Report Online
Dominion Energy
Report an Outage
(866) 366-4357 Report Online
View Outage Map
Outage Map
Southside Electric Cooperative
Report an Outage
(866) 878-5514 Report Online
View Outage Map
Outage Map
Mecklenburg Electric Coopeartive
Report an Outage
(877) 632-5688 Report Online
View Outage Map
Outage Map

Port Charlotte Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

June 10, 2012 - Thunderstorm Wind

A county emergency management damage survey found a 0.2 mile wide damage path that extended for 4 miles, with all the damage blown down in the same direction, to the north northwest. Several trees were uprooted and power poles knocked down. A mobile home sustained minor roof damage, and the roof of a shed was blown 150 feet away. A central pivot irrigation rig was also twisted and damaged by the wind.

Bermont - Bermont
August 11, 2007 - Tornado

A brief tornado touchdown was reported by law enforcement in the Deep Creek subdivision. The tornado caused minor damage to trees, power lines, and vehicles.

Port Charlotte - Port Charlotte
June 29, 2003 - Tornado

A single rotating thunderstorm moved north through Charlotte Harbor and spawned a brief tornado in the city of Charlotte Harbor. Damage consisted mostly of downed trees and power lines. However, a gas station awning was blown down and a roof was damaged at a blood bank under construction. The damage was limited to areas where Kingsway, Edgewater, and Harborview cross U.S. Highway 41.

Charlotte Harbor - Charlotte Harbor
June 11, 2002 - Tornado

The tornado started out as a waterspout over Charlotte Bay and moved onshore. Damage survey showed tornado was in an area of mostly vacant lots with numerous dead pine trees killed by previous wild fire. Numerous trees were down and a number of nearby power lines were broken or shorted out by airborne debris, but the closest home was outside the area of tornadic wind and no structure damage was reported.

Port Charlotte - Port Charlotte
June 26, 2001 - Tornado

The public reported, through Charlotte county emergency management, that a small waterspout moved onshore and downed two power poles and toppled a large tree onto the roof of a home, along the 4500 block of Melbourne Street in Charlotte Harbor, before it lifted and dissipated.

Charlotte Harbor - Charlotte Harbor

Episodes

October 28, 2006

Thunderstorm wind gusts caused minor roof and siding damage to several homes in the Riverside Drive and Cleveland areas. The winds also downed several tree limbs that downed power lines.

News

DOH-Hillsborough Hosts Diabetes Awareness Day Event | Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough

Diabetes Awareness Day is an annual reminder that 88-million Americans have prediabetes.

Nov 15, 2022

Protect Yourself Against Influenza This Season | Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough

Protect Yourself Against Influenza This Season

Nov 15, 2022

Florida picks up after Nicole kills at least 5 and leaves 'unprecedented' damage

In Volusia County, Florida, at least 49 beachfront properties, including hotels and condos, have been deemed "unsafe" in the aftermath of Nicole.

Nov 11, 2022

Tropical Storm Nicole path: Sarasota, Manatee weather effects

Live updates tracking effects of Hurricane Nicole in the Sarasota and Manatee area.

Nov 10, 2022

Health Officials Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Alert for Moody Lake | Florida Department of Health in Pasco

Pasco County, FL - The Florida Department of Health in Pasco County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in Moody Lake. This is in response to a water sample taken on November 2, 2022. The public should exercise caution in and around Moody Lake.

Nov 7, 2022

After Ian, Florida waterways could remain polluted for months - The Washington Post The Washington Post Comment on this story ArrowRight GiftOutline Loading... Refresh

Many of the Florida’s toughest post-hurricane challenges are linked to failed sewage systems, which unload harmful bacteria and viruses.

Nov 2, 2022

Ian: CenturyLink, Comcast could get most SW FL internet up by holidays

Hurricane Ian tore through Southwest Florida, leaving thousands still without internet.

Nov 2, 2022

These 2 areas are being watched for potential tropical development

Channel 9 meteorologist Kassandra Crimi said she is watching two areas of potential tropical development over the next two to five days.

Oct 27, 2022

Make Healthy, Safe Choices To Have A Spooktacular Halloween | Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough

The Florida Departments of Health in West Central Florida are reminding residents and visitors to make safe and healthy choices this Halloween.

Oct 26, 2022

User Comments…

Are you affected? Leave your comment below.

Fresenius Kidney Care 2020 Tamiami Trail Port Charlotte FL 33948 we have had 3 power surges since 5am. 12/24/2021

Megan Adkins | December 24, 2021  

Power out at 5396 Chard ter. Port Charlotte Florida 33981

Jon Houghten | September 24, 2018  

By posting your comment, you agree to our Terms and Conditions of Service.

Related Tweets

Tweets from Port Charlotte, Florida

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.

Port Charlotte, Florida

City Port Charlotte
County Charlotte
State Florida (FL)
Country United States
Zip Codes 33948, 33949, 33952, 33953, 33954, 33981

Port Charlotte Map