Duke Energy Reports Over 1,600 Customers Without Power in Anderson County

Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, September 5, 2026 — Duke Energy has reported a significant power outage affecting more than 1,600 customers in Anderson County, South Carolina. The extent of the disruption was detailed by the utility company, highlighting the number of households and businesses impacted by the loss of electricity.

The specific cause of the widespread outage has not been provided by Duke Energy. Information regarding the time the outage began, or an estimated time for power restoration, was also not immediately available. The utility company is managing the situation, but details on the resolution timeline remain undisclosed.

Anderson County is a region in the northwestern part of South Carolina. The impact of the outage is spread across an unspecified number of locations within the county. This event leaves a considerable portion of Duke Energy’s customer base in the area without power, potentially affecting daily operations for residents and local businesses.

Further details concerning the affected areas within Anderson County, the exact number of customers experiencing the outage, and the underlying reasons for the disruption are pending. Duke Energy’s reporting indicates that the situation involves a substantial number of customers, emphasizing the scale of the current power loss.

As of the latest reporting, no additional information has been released regarding the timeline for resolving the outage or the specific factors contributing to the power interruption. The contractor’s name, if applicable, was not provided. The fine amount, if any, was not provided. The permit status was not provided.

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