Power Outages in Wake County, North Carolina
Wake County, North Carolina Power Outage Summary
As of 4:47 AM ET on 07/31/2026, 695 of 604,098 tracked electric customers (0.12%) in Wake County, North Carolina are without power. Wake County is served by 5 tracked utility providers.
- Customers without power
- 695
- Customers tracked
- 604,098
- Share without power
- 0.12%
- Serving utilities
- 5
Utility providers serving Wake County
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy | 694 | 535,481 |
| Apex Electric Utilities | 1 | 31,701 |
| Wake Electric | 0 | 29,703 |
| Wake Forest Municipal Power | 0 | 7,213 |
| Randolph EMC | 0 | 0 |
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Outage data is collected directly from utility providers and refreshed approximately every 15 minutes. Last updated 4:47 AM ET on 07/31/2026.
Power Restoration
Most Wake County 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 Wake County, North Carolina right now?
- As of 4:47 AM ET on 07/31/2026, 695 customers are without power in Wake County, North Carolina across 5 tracked utilities. The live map above shows affected areas.
- How do I report a power outage in Wake County, North Carolina?
- 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 Wake County, North Carolina?
- 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.