West Virginia Power Outages — Live Map
West Virginia Power Outage Summary
As of 7:31 AM ET on 08/12/2026, 21,685 of 1,008,285 tracked electric customers (2.15%) in West Virginia are without power, across 4 utility providers.
- Customers without power
- 21,685
- Customers tracked
- 1,008,285
- Share without power
- 2.15%
- Utility providers
- 4
Most affected counties in West Virginia
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Kanawha County | 3,699 | 95,739 |
| Wayne County | 2,248 | 22,122 |
| Ritchie County | 2,029 | 6,400 |
| Lincoln County | 1,529 | 10,838 |
| Clay County | 1,215 | 3,853 |
| Calhoun County | 1,196 | 4,411 |
| Raleigh County | 1,107 | 38,252 |
| Roane County | 844 | 8,397 |
| Braxton County | 773 | 7,905 |
| Logan County | 716 | 17,088 |
Most affected utilities in West Virginia
| Name | Customers out | Customers tracked |
|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Company | 14,169 | 450,508 |
| FirstEnergy | 7,516 | 550,150 |
Outage data is collected directly from utility providers and refreshed approximately every 15 minutes. Last updated 7:31 AM ET on 08/12/2026.
Power Restoration
Most West Virginia 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 West Virginia right now?
- As of 7:31 AM ET on 08/12/2026, 21,685 customers are without power in West Virginia across 4 tracked utilities. The live map above shows affected areas.
- How do I report a power outage in West Virginia?
- 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 West Virginia?
- 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.