Kentucky Power Outages — Live Map
Kentucky Power Outage Summary
As of 1:01 AM ET on 07/31/2026, 388 of 2,390,842 tracked electric customers (0.02%) in Kentucky are without power, across 42 utility providers.
- Customers without power
- 388
- Customers tracked
- 2,390,842
- Share without power
- 0.02%
- Utility providers
- 42
Most affected counties in Kentucky
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Ballard County | 329 | 5,228 |
| Harlan County | 20 | 14,658 |
| Pike County | 9 | 31,185 |
| Knox County | 9 | 16,431 |
| Jefferson County | 6 | 410,874 |
| Boyle County | 4 | 15,850 |
| Mercer County | 4 | 13,719 |
| Adair County | 3 | 12,160 |
| Boone County | 1 | 66,277 |
| Campbell County | 1 | 52,200 |
Most affected utilities in Kentucky
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Utilities | 363 | 993,904 |
| Kentucky Power | 9 | 158,670 |
| Cumberland Valley Electric | 6 | 24,264 |
| Taylor County RECC | 3 | 22,159 |
| Barbourville Utilities | 3 | 4,000 |
| Owen Electric Cooperative | 1 | 68,352 |
| Tri-County EMC | 1 | 58,067 |
| Licking Valley RECC | 1 | 17,758 |
| Jellico Utilities | 1 | 4,704 |
Outage data is collected directly from utility providers and refreshed approximately every 15 minutes. Last updated 1:01 AM ET on 07/31/2026.
Power Restoration
Most Kentucky outages are restored within a few hours once crews are dispatched. Widespread storm outages can take a day or longer. For a live estimate, find your utility below and report your outage to get area-specific updates.
Power Outage FAQ
- Is there a power outage in Kentucky right now?
- As of 1:01 AM ET on 07/31/2026, 388 customers are without power in Kentucky across 42 tracked utilities. The live map above shows affected areas.
- How do I report a power outage in Kentucky?
- Contact your utility directly. Find your provider in the list above for its outage reporting phone number and link.
- How long do power outages usually last in Kentucky?
- Most are restored within a few hours. Major storms can extend restoration to a day or longer.
- Why is my power out?
- Common causes are storms, high winds, equipment faults, and planned maintenance. Your utility lists the cause when it is known.
- How can I check outages near me?
- Use the live map above, or select your utility or county below for a closer view of current outages.
Outage Safety & Prep Tips
- Report the outage to your utility so crews know your address is affected.
- Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed; food stays safe for about 4 hours.
- Unplug sensitive electronics to protect them from surges when power returns.
- Never run a generator indoors or in a garage. Keep it outside, away from windows.
- If you rely on powered medical equipment, contact your utility about its medical priority program.